Spotting the difference between venomous and nonvenomous snakes might save your life one day. The risk of a venomous snake bite is real, especially when hiking in areas where species of rattlesnakes thrive. So below I cover how to identify poisonous snakes. You might encounter a timber rattlesnake or even an eastern coral snake while … Read more
Snakes catch prey, allude predators, and are smart enough to know when to hide and when to attack. But is that just instinct or are snakes intelligent? Snakes are generally considered less intelligent than mammals and birds but exhibit some cognitive abilities. The king cobra, black mamba and coastal carpet python are among the most … Read more
Austin, located in Central Texas, is home to a wide variety of snakes, some poisonous and many not. But what are the types of snakes in Austin Texas? Austin is home to a variety of snakes, both venomous and non-venomous. Venomous snakes found in the area include the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, Copperhead, and Coral Snake. … Read more
We’ve all heard the urban legends that certain kinds of non-poisonous snakes keep poisonous snakes away. Buy which ones, and do black snakes keep poisonous snakes away? Black snakes, such as black rat snakes, black racers, and eastern kingsnakes, feed on rodents and other food sources for poisonous snakes, which can cause venomous snakes to … Read more
When we swim in a river, lake, or even the ocean, the last thing most of us think about is snake bites. But since some snakes can swim, can a snake bite you underwater? It is unlikely for a snake to bite you underwater, but some aquatic snakes like the cottonmouth and sea snakes have … Read more
Snakes are often misunderstood and feared due to their ability to strike and bite, poisonous or not. But during the day, at least, we can hopefully see them coming. But are snakes active at night? Yes, snakes are active at night. They are nocturnal animals, meaning they hunt and feed during the night and sleep … Read more
Many people believe that adult chickens and guinea hens are safe from snakes, but is that true, what about baby chicks or eggs in the chicken coop? And are chickens immune to snake venom? No, chickens are not immune to snake venom. Snake venom is a complex mixture of proteins and enzymes that can cause … Read more
There’s nothing scarier than a rattlesnake, except for multiple rattlesnakes! While rattlesnakes are usually solo travelers, babies do stick together at birth. But how many babies do rattlesnakes have? Here’s what I’ve seen: As a general rule, rattlesnakes give birth to an average of 10 babies at a time. However, the rattlesnake life cycle and … Read more
There’s no denying that having a pet snake can be really cool. So cool, in fact, that they are one of the most popular household pets in the reptile family. Rattlesnakes are common reptiles that can be found in many areas, but can rattlesnakes be tamed? Rattlesnakes cannot be tamed but they can learn to … Read more
There’s nothing scarier than finding a rattlesnake in your yard. And that’s even more true if it’s a baby! After all, does that mean there are more or that mama is around? So what do you do if you find a baby rattlesnake in your yard? Here’s what I’ve done: As a general rule, if … Read more