Copperheads are the only venomous snake you’re likely to encounter in the Triangle and central NC. Here’s how to identify and ...

Tis the season for the many varieties of amphibians, and April is National Frog Month – a way to bring attention to the need for conservation efforts to protect them. Frogs represent transition – ...

Snakes don’t dig their own holes—but that doesn't mean they still can’t take up shop in holes already made by something else.

Snakes are feared predators—but sometimes, the hunter becomes the hunted. From mongooses and birds to porcupines and even frogs, these surprising animal warriors flip the script and fight back hard.

Feb. 3, 2025 — A new study has estimated it would cost $15.6 billion per year for 30 years to prevent extinction for 99 of Australia's priority species. The research highlights the urgent need ...

Snakes, spiders and other animals or bugs that bite and cause an injury by injecting venom are venomous. Poisonous frogs, insects and plants cause health problems when they're touched, eaten or drank.

When you're hiking in the Smokies, keep an eye out for snakes - but remember that humans probably see only 10% of the snakes ...

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources states in their venomous snake guide that copperheads also eat small rodents, frogs and lizards. Metz encourages people who spot copperheads in ...

Herpetological Society chapter has been around for over 15 years and has cultivated a thriving community of reptile enthusiasts.