Sometimes snakes get a bad rap. There are over 150 different kinds in the U.S., and 90% of them are harmless. In fact, many are pretty good at pest control, eating slugs, snails, insects, and other ...

Moisture-loving plants in gardens create ideal conditions for snakes by offering cool, damp shelter and hiding places. These ...

Unless you live in one of the very few states with no native snake populations, odds are, you’ve had to deal with a snake slithering through your yard at least once or twice over the years. The good ...

There aren't many people who love crossing paths with a snake. For some, simply imagining a snake is enough to send fear rushing in. And for good reason. They look scary, and they can be venomous. In ...

Looking to avoid inviting some slithery friends into your yard? Here's a landscape design choice to remove if you want to avoid having snakes take residence.

Corrections and clarifications: This story has been updated to refer to 'venomous' snakes, which inject via a bite or sting. If you live in the central or eastern United States, you might see more ...