There are six species of venomous snakes in N.C., and NC Poison Control says that five of these are responsible for a majority of snake bite envenomations. Here's what to know about the five most ...

the only venomous snake you’re likely to encounter in the Triangle and central North Carolina. (Rattlesnakes can be found to the east and west of us, and cottonmouths to the southeast.) ...

Summer in the Carolinas means great weather for spending time outdoors, but slithering snakes in your path can be a major disruption to an otherwise fun day. North Carolina is, for better or worse ...

the only venomous snake you’re likely to encounter in the Triangle and central North Carolina. (Rattlesnakes can be found to the east and west of us, and cottonmouths to the southeast.) ...

In North Carolina, there’s a lot of buzz around copperheads. Every year, The News & Observer informs readers about how to identify the venomous snakes and what to do if one bites you — or your ...

On social media sites, seemingly every snake in every photo is identified as a venomous copperhead. Talena Chavis, owner of Cary-based NC Snake Catcher, understands the mistake. When you’re ...

Snake sightings are on the rise in Central North Carolina. Warmer weather means snakes are more active and, according to one expert, in the Triangle, development is also adding to the uptick in ...