Snake Identification

wildlife-safety

A snake on the wall is usually searching for food, water, or shelter. Walls can provide cover and a elevated path that feels safe, especially in warm months when reptiles are mo...

wildlife

If you live in or visit New York and see a black snake, the most important first step is to stay calm and keep your distance. Most black-colored snakes here are nonvenomous spec...

wildlife

Several snake species inhabit New York, but only one is venomous: the timber rattlesnake, found mainly in the Hudson Valley, Catskills, and parts of the Adirondacks. The stateâ€...

wildlife-safety

Finding a large snake inside your home can be alarming, but staying calm and acting methodically reduces risk to people and the animal. This guide explains how to identify commo...