Only three venomous snakes live in the wild in New York: the timber rattlesnake, the Eastern massasauga and the Northern ...

The timber rattlesnake is critically endangered, both regionally and nationally, after humans hunted them for decades and due ...

This column is reprinted from Saturday’s edition of The Trailhead, our free weekly email newsletter focused on Pennsylvania’s ...

There are 21 snake species that are native to Pennsylvania, and three of them are venomous. The copperhead reaches an average ...

Of the 44 species of snake that are native to Florida, six are venomous. Here's a guide to identifying them and the harmless ...

Baby copperheads feature distinct yellow tails, while rattlesnakes rarely bite unless threatened. Seek expert care promptly ...

Timber Rattler (Crotalus horridus) coiled and rattling; ready to strike. Timber rattlesnake: Brown or tan with wide, dark crossbands and grows more than four feet. Its tail is entirely black and ...

Timber rattlesnakes, also known as the timber rattlers, can be found in an array of sizes and colors, but are distinguishable by their dark banded pattern on lighter skin and the rattle at the end of ...

Timber rattlesnake population are on the greatest decline due to, in part, wanton killing and illegal collection by humans.

Timber rattlesnake bites do have an antivenom ... suck out venom or create a tourniquet. Photos are appreciated in the report as well as a location and detailed description.