New York is home to 17 snake species, but only three of them are poisonous. The poisonous species of snakes in New York are rarely seen, the state's Department of Environmental Conservation says, but ...

In much of the eastern United States, it’s not uncommon to spot a snake slithering through the leaves, crossing a trail, or hiding near your shed. But knowing whether that snake is venomous or ...

Snakes may not be known for wagging tails or greeting their owners at the door, but some species are thought to be ...

Gray rat snakes, commonly called chicken snakes, are non-venomous and known for their climbing ability due to their unique body shape. They climb trees to hunt birds, eggs and squirrels, and to bask ...