Snakes

August through early October is prime time for baby copperheads in East Texas. They may be small, but they’re venomous and ready to defend themselves. Here's what to look for and how to stay safe.

I was talking with a friend a while back about the things we were most afraid of happening to us in real life, and she told me she'd had nightmares about being bitten by a snake while sitting on the toilet. At the time, we both laughed heartily at the thought, as horrendous as it is, because although it seemed terrifying, it also seemed unlikely to happen in real life. So, when I read this story, it was shocking.

There's a season for every animal in the Lone Star State, and currently, we're in one for a venomous animal.

Given that the Lone Star State has the largest number of snakes than any other U.S. state, it's good to be aware while enjoying our Texas lakes.

What can you do if you find a rattlesnake on your property in Arizona? Read and learn.

You never know what danger is waiting around the corner here in Louisiana.

One state should be more worried than others when the snakes are more active this year.

Snakes have been known to be found in the WORST areas possible in Texas.

Beach? Sounds good! Rattlesnakes? Hard no ...

As un-fond as I tend to be of snakes, there's something about Pancho and Lefty who live at a Texas Zoo that makes me feel compassion for them...or, um...HIM.

Being that the biggest ones can crowd 9 feet in length, you might want tp keep an eye on small pets and infants/toddlers.

Snakes love rivers, especially Texas Rivers.