You’re out hiking in the woods, and you come across a medium-sized snake with a mottled pattern. This snake begins hissing at you and shaking its tail. Naturally, you think, “rattlesnake.” But did you know there’s another type of snake that behaves this way? The bull snake is often mistaken for the rattlesnake because of … Read more
Rattlesnakes are cold-blooded creatures. Since they can’t regulate their own body temperature, they need to have a place of shelter for hibernating through the cold winter months. In this article, we’ll talk about how to find rattlesnake dens, how to get rid of them, and more facts related to these venomous pit vipers. Where are … Read more
You’re a hiking aficionado–you love getting out in nature and exploring the world around you. But what if you encounter a rattlesnake while on the trail? In this article, we’ll talk about what to do if you see a rattlesnake while hiking, and why there’s no reason to be afraid as long as you keep … Read more
If you’ve ever seen a rattlesnake in action, you might have been impressed by its ability to spring forward and attack prey or anything threatening. It may have caused you to wonder: just how far can a rattlesnake strike? And how fast can it strike? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer these and other … Read more
Most people know that rattlesnakes are poisonous. If you hear that characteristic rattling noise they make, it’s time to leave the area. But what if the snake bites you before you can get away? In this article, we’ll talk about what to do if you get bit by a rattlesnake. What Should You Do if … Read more
Copperheads are venomous snakes–you don’t want them hanging around your property. In this article, we’ll talk about how to get copperhead snakes out of your yard and house. What Attracts Copperhead Snakes? The first step to getting rid of copperheads is to understand what attracts them in the first place. Once you know what they … Read more
You’ve heard that copperhead snakes are poisonous, but just how dangerous are they, really? If there are copperheads living in your area (or even in your yard!), you want to be prepared and know how to protect yourself from them before getting bit. In this article, we’ll talk about what to do if you get … Read more
If you live in a region with both copperheads and corn snakes, you’re going to want to learn how to tell them apart. But what if you’ve never seen either kind of snake before? Do they look alike? What are some ways to tell them apart? In this article, we’ll compare the copperhead snake vs. … Read more
You may have heard that there are copperhead snakes living in your area. Copperhead populations can fluctuate from year to year, and if there is a plentiful amount of prey for the snakes, then chances are, you’re going to see an increase in baby copperheads, especially toward the end of the summer. In this article, … Read more
Copperheads are venomous pit vipers, so you may be curious to find out if they live in your area. Or, if you know that they live in your region, you may be interested in finding out more about their preferred habitats so you can limit your chances of running into them. So, where do you … Read more
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