From timber rattlesnakes to garter snakes, discover which snakes live along the Appalachian Trail—and how to stay safe during your hike.

Florida Python Challenge, July 11-20, 2025, has hunters trying to eliminate invasive Burmese snakes. Do they attack or kill humans? Are they venomous?

Not all snakes are dangerous, but it’s important to know which species you might encounter while swimming in these lakes and rivers.

Not all snakes are dangerous, but it’s important to know which species you might encounter while swimming in these lakes and rivers.