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Did you know there are only three states that have no venomous snakes? It's true. Alaska, Hawaii and Maine do not have any native venomous snakes. Since Wisconsin is not one of those two states, that answers your question about the existence of poisonous snakes in Wisconsin. But it's the follow-up question that is actually more important. How many species of … [Read more...] about Are There Poisonous Snakes In Wisconsin? (And Do You Need To Worry?)

Has you snake been lying motionless for a long period of time? It could be dead. But most likely everything is fine. We'll show you how to tell if a snake is dead below. If we're not talking about a pet snake, but a snake you found in the wild, you'll want to be a lot more careful. Unless you are absolutely sure the snake is not venomous, do not do any of the things … [Read more...] about How To Tell If A Snake Is Dead (And Do So Safely!)

What image does the name "Tibetan Hot Spring snake" conjure up for you? Is it a snake relaxing in a hot spring, like those monkeys in Japan? Well, that's not quite what they do. But they do use the thermally heated waters to regulate their body temperature. That allows them to live at higher altitudes than any other known snake species. And that's not the only … [Read more...] about Tibetan Hot Spring Snake (Everything You Need To Know)

It's a logical question. I'm sure we've all wondered why venomous snakes don't succumb to their own venom. I mean, it's stored inside their bodies. Plus, they eat prey after injecting it full of their own venom. And what happens when a snake suffers a venomous bite? Either from itself, another snake of the same species, or a snake of a different species? Will the … [Read more...] about Are Snakes Immune To Their Own Venom? (It’s Complicated)

The red-bellied water snake looks beautiful. If you see one, you can't be blamed for wanting to get a closer look, or perhaps even a nice photo. But is that a good idea? Is the red-bellied water snake poisonous? Is it aggressive? Could it make for a good pet? Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about the red bellied water snake, including it's … [Read more...] about Red-Bellied Water Snake (Everything You Need To Know)

New Mexico is home to a number of snake species. Most of them are not a danger to us, but there are a few venomous species that can seriously injure, or even kill, a human. That said, even the most dangerous snakes in New Mexico prefer to avoid us, if at all possible. If you leave them alone, they are only too happy to leave you alone in return. Of course, it helps … [Read more...] about Types Of Snakes In New Mexico (The Most Dangerous Is No Surprise)

It is one of the great evolutionary mysteries. For some reason, there are no sea snakes native to the Atlantic Ocean. This means there are also no sea snakes in the Gulf Of Mexico. Sure, snakes have been discovered there, but they were not native species. Keep reading to learn all about sea snakes and the different species, along with the main theories for their … [Read more...] about Sea Snakes In Gulf Of Mexico (A Great Scientific Mystery)

Do you spend time outdoors in areas that are home to snakes? Then it is a good idea to know when mating season for snakes is. Why do you want to know this? Because snakes tend to become much more aggressive when they are on the hunt for a mate. This means a higher likelihood of a snake striking at you, when it would otherwise run away and hide. So keep reading, … [Read more...] about When Is Mating Season For Snakes? (And Why It’s Important)

Think back on every time you've seen a snake. It doesn't have to be in the wild. It could be at a zoo, or even on TV. Did any of the snakes you've seen ever have their eyes closed? That's the reason this is such a common question. Now, it could be that you've just never seen a snake sleeping. They don't sleep out in the open, completely unprotected, after … [Read more...] about Do Snakes Sleep With Their Eyes Open? (Snake Eyes Are Fascinating!)

Many people fear snakes. And that is completely understandable. Stories abound, since ancient times, that make snakes out to be ferocious killing machines. And the thought of a snake launching itself at you is terrifying. It is only natural then to wonder how far a snake can jump. But before we answer that question, we need to answer a more basic question: do … [Read more...] about How Far Can A Snake Jump? (And Do You Need To Worry?)