An Ohio copperhead just bit your dog or cat, so what should you do now? The copperhead snake comes out in warmer weather and ...

According to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, there are three venomous snakes found in Ohio: the eastern copperhead, the massasauga rattlesnake and the timber rattlesnake.

(WJW) – Mating season is here for one of Ohio’s most abundant snakes. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, as temperatures rise, northern watersnakes start to come out of their ...

About 25 million people, or 8% of the population of the U.S., live in the Ohio River basin. The river spans 981 miles, starting in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and flowing to Cairo, Illinois, where ...

Ohio's venomous snakes: Ohio is home to 3 venomous and rare snake species.What you need to know about them. What to do if you find an eastern copperhead. When encountered, copperheads will usually ...

Resident Amanda Rossman wasn't expecting to cross paths with a copperhead while letting her dog out before bedtime.

“Snake fencing is an excellent solution if you’re a homeowner looking to keep snakes out of your yard. This type of fencing typically consists of fine mesh or solid materials installed around the ...

As summer heats up, so does snake activity — but experts say there is little reason for alarm. “Snakes are out and about now, but they’re more misunderstood than dangerous,” said Frank Jernejcic, a ...

This snake lives in a variety of habitats, including fields, meadows, farms, cities, and the river bottom of the Ohio River. They grow about 24 to 36 inches long.