For many people, a snake is an unwelcome visitor to their yard or garden. Keep them away from your property by utilizing a ...

Yet snakes and another often unloved creature, the American toad, are among the most effective forms of pest control. If you tolerate these herpetological visitors — or better yet, encourage their ...

I am sure you have all heard the old adage “the only good snake is a dead snake” and to some, this is just how they feel about all snakes. Shoot first, ask questions later – maybe. And though I ...

The next time you see a snake in your garden, let out a scream. A scream of joy, that is. Finding lizards, toads, frogs, salamanders and snakes is a sign that your garden is providing a healthy ...

If you're a homeowner with a bit of landscape or yard, you may encounter snakes on occasion. While you can try to keep snakes out of your yard, even the best measures aren’t 100 percent foolproof, ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. In person, on screen, we’ve all seen our fair share of snakes. Behind glass, ...

I saw my first snake of the season on April 1 — not a remarkable occasion in a spring garden, except for the fact that I managed to refrain from my usual shrieking. One memorable event occurred on a ...

It can be a welcome sight when a (harmless!) snake shows up in your yard, acting as natural pest control and a sign of a healthy ecosystem. However, things are entirely different when it comes to your ...

Garter snakes, belonging to the genus Thamnophis, are nonvenomous snakes found in North America, known for their striking longitudinal stripes. They thrive in varied habitats, mainly consuming insects ...

If you're a homeowner with a bit of landscape or yard, you may encounter snakes on occasion. While you can try to keep snakes out of your yard, even the best measures aren’t 100 percent foolproof, ...