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Explore the world of reptiles — cold-blooded, scaly vertebrates including snakes, lizards, turtles, crocodilians, and the tuatara, found across deserts, rainforests, and oceans worldwide.
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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.
Maine is one of the most wildlife-rich states in the Northeast, and every spring, its forests, wetlands, and shorelines come alive — including with snakes.
If you spend time hiking, camping, or working outdoors in Montana, knowing when snakes are active can make a real difference in how safely you navigate the landscape.
Kansas is home to more than 40 species of snakes, and for roughly eight months of the year, they are out and moving across the same prairies, trails, riverbanks, and backyards where you spend time outdoors.
Spotting a snake while hiking a sun-warmed trail or working in your backyard garden is a reality for anyone spending time outdoors in the Gem State.
Most people don’t think about snakes until one appears on the back porch or crosses the trail in front of them.
Most people are surprised the first time they spot a snake in their Massachusetts yard or on a local trail — and even more surprised by how early in the year it can happen.
Spotting a snake while hiking a Missouri trail or working in your backyard can be a startling experience — but knowing when snakes are most active puts you in a much better position to stay safe and calm.
Louisiana is home to more than 47 native snake species, and the state’s warm, humid climate means you can encounter one nearly any time of year.
Spotting a snake while gardening, hiking, or simply walking through your yard can catch you off guard — but knowing when and why snakes are active in Illinois puts you in a much better position.
Stepping onto your back porch on a warm April morning and spotting a snake gliding through the grass can catch you off guard — even if you’ve lived in Kentucky your whole life.
Most people are surprised to learn that Michigan is home to 18 species of snakes — and that nearly all of them are completely harmless.
Spotting a snake on a trail, in your backyard, or along a riverbank can be a startling experience — but it doesn’t have to be a frightening one.
Maryland is home to an impressive variety of wildlife, and snakes are among its most misunderstood residents.
