Those who have a phobia of snakes might want to steer clear of this Southern state with more species of the reptile than ...

There are six species of venomous snakes in North Carolina, each with unique features and interesting behaviors.

During summer months, snakes become more active, as they come out to bask in the sun, find food and seek cool areas in order to avoid overheating. This means that copperheads, a venomous species of ...

Snakes have adapted to climb trees, leap across hot sand, and even swim through water — all without arms or legs. What’s their secret? Mike Bock This corn snake, shown here at the Smithsonian's ...