Two fast-moving wildfires—the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires—have scorched more than 45,000 acres, destroyed the iconic North Rim lodge and dozens of structures, and led to long-term closures in ...

Forget fangs full of venom — the backsides of serpents pack secretions volatile enough to kill insect invaders.

Gray rat snakes are among the most common snakes in Mississippi and their unique body shape allows them to climb almost ...

Tips include cleaning up yard debris to discourage copperheads and knowing how to keep dogs leashed on outdoor paths.

A rare copperhead snake was reportedly spotted in Attleboro, Massachusetts. Here's what to know about the venomous species.

If we have company, we never bring our pets out or even open the door to that room; they stay completely out of sight.

Most snakes don’t cause trouble, but a few simple oversights can turn your yard into prime territory for them. Unmowed grass, ...

The problem is that my boyfriend’s father is so afraid of snakes that he will not even set foot in the apartment, despite the ...

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to reciprocating family hospitality when boyfriend's ...

The problem is that my boyfriend’s father is so afraid of snakes that he will not even set foot in the apartment, despite the ...

Dear Miss Manners: My boyfriend and I share an apartment, and also share two pet snakes. These are not large reptiles, and ...