Owning a Venomous Snake in Alaska: What State Law Actually Allows
Alaska is one of the most wildlife-conscious states in the country, and its laws around venomous reptiles reflect that attitude clearly.
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Alaska is one of the most wildlife-conscious states in the country, and its laws around venomous reptiles reflect that attitude clearly.
Stumbling across a tiny turtle can stop you in your tracks — they’re small, seemingly vulnerable, and it’s natural to want to help right away.
Stumbling across a baby alligator — whether in your backyard, near a pond, or along a trail — can stop you in your tracks.
Stumbling across a tiny, wriggling snake — whether in your yard, garden, or even inside your home — can stop you in your tracks.
Zakynthos may be famous for its turquoise coves and loggerhead sea turtles, but the island hides another layer of wildlife that rewards the curious traveler.
If you’ve spent any time near Georgia’s wetlands, swamps, or coastal waterways, you’ve probably wondered where the alligators go in the colder months — and, more importantly, when they come back.
If you’ve ever wondered whether the waterways of southern Arkansas are truly quiet during winter, the answer is: not entirely.
Alligators have been part of North Carolina’s coastal landscape for thousands of years, yet many residents are surprised to learn these ancient reptiles are even here — let alone that they go through a seasonal dormancy period each winter.
If you spend time near Alabama’s wetlands, rivers, or coastal marshes, you’ve probably noticed that alligators seem to vanish each winter — only to reappear once the temperatures climb back up.
You might be surprised to learn that alligators in Texas don’t truly hibernate — and that distinction matters a great deal when it comes to knowing when they’ll show up near your favorite trail, pond, or backyard waterway.
South Carolina is home to one of the most fascinating — and misunderstood — wildlife behaviors in the Southeast.
Mississippi is home to tens of thousands of alligators, and if you spend time near the state’s waterways, you’ve probably wondered where they go when temperatures drop — and when exactly they come back.
If you spend time near Louisiana’s bayous, swamps, or coastal marshes, you’ve probably wondered where all the alligators go when winter rolls in — and more importantly, when they come back.
Oklahoma might not be the first place you picture when you think of alligators, but the Sooner State is home to a small, fascinating population of American alligators — and every spring, they wake back up.
Florida is home to one of the most recognizable — and misunderstood — wildlife stories in North America.
Nebraska is home to nearly 30 snake species, and for most of the year, they are quietly going about their business beneath logs, in tall grass, and along stream banks across the state.
New Hampshire may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of snake country, but the Granite State is home to more snake activity than many residents realize.
Nevada is home to more than 50 species of snakes, and for roughly eight months of the year, they are out and active across the state’s deserts, trails, mountains, and even suburban neighborhoods.
Mississippi is one of the most snake-rich states in the entire country, and if you spend any time outdoors — whether gardening, hiking, or fishing — knowing when snakes are active can make a real difference in how safely you enjoy the season.
Most Indiana residents go through spring and summer without a single snake encounter — but that doesn’t mean snakes aren’t active.