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
Rattlesnakes are often found in rocks, shrubs, and other low areas. But since other snake species can sometimes be found in trees, some hikers might be wondering do rattlesnakes climb trees? Here’s what I’ve seen: Although it is uncommon, rattlesnakes do have the ability to climb trees. Through the use of protrusions and rough-textured areas, … Read more
As the weather begins to warm up, hiking trails and outdoor activities become more appealing. What’s not appealing is the possibility of running into a rattlesnake. But where do rattlesnakes like to hang out? Here’s what I’ve noticed: Rattlesnakes can be found sunbathing on a warm surface, hiding in tall grass or bushes, in holes, … Read more
Despite where I live now, I was actually born in Pennsylvania. There you see a lot of snakes that have a diamond-like pattern on their back. Not all of them are rattlesnakes though, so are there diamondback rattlesnakes in Pennsylvania? Eastern and western diamondback rattlesnakes are not native to Pennsylvania, but many snakes have a … Read more