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Blue racers are one of 18 species of snakes found in Michigan, according to the state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website. They love open forest, fields, thickets and around marshes.

Marrakech flight was plunged into turmoil when the man started shouting that he had seen serpents in the cabin.

Even if you are a fan of reptiles, finding a snake when you are down on your hands and knees weeding can be startling. I let out a shriek myself until my thinking brain answers the question Dorothy ...

However, experts have speculated that copperheads may also be found near the Missouri River bluffs, south of Platte River. Behavior An aggressive ambush hunter that gives little warning before ...

These snakes rely on constriction and eat many small rodents, birds, and snakes. They’re found in Missouri, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Texas, Tennessee, Florida, and many other states. For much of the ...

Certain lakes and rivers in the U.S. have become prime habitats for snakes due to a combination of environmental factors. Warm, humid climates provide the perfect conditions for snakes to thrive. An ...

A large bull elk, known as #244, was illegally killed in Jackson County, Wisconsin. The elk was part of a reintroduction program and contributed significantly to the herd's growth. The Wisconsin ...

I find snakes to be among the most fascinating nonhuman animals (animals) with whom I have fairly regular contact and I try as hard as I can not to let fear intrude into my attitudes about these ...

Herpetologist Fred Kraus discovered a new arboreal snake species, Dendrelaphis atra, on Misima Island in Papua New Guinea. This snake, characterized by its matte black coloration and adaptability ...