Arizona is home to dozens of snake species, including venomous varieties such as rattlesnakes and coral snakes. But many snakes in Arizona are nonvenomous, meaning they pose little threat to people or ...

Arizona is crawling with venomous snakes, and no, that’s not just desert folklore. With more rattlesnakes than any other state — 14 species, to be exact — Arizona is the undisputed rattler capital of ...

"This is much more than a milestone — it highlights the dedication to establishing a thriving breeding program for this finicky species." ...

Arizona is known for our snakes, but do they swim in lakes? Unfortunately, yes. These are the four most snake-infested lakes in the state.

Snakes are found across much of the United States, though the number and variety change dramatically from one region to another. Warm southern states and the arid landscapes of the Southwest support ...

Some might find snakes in their toilets but you're more likely to encounter them while hiking or even taking a dive in one of Arizona's lakes. Snakes are a natural part of many lake ecosystems and are ...

The narrow-headed gartersnake is one of Arizona's "species of greatest conservation need," and is part of a captive breeding program at the Phoenix Zoo. The zoo raises the snakes, then works with ...

Gopher snakes, kingsnakes, coachwhips and glossy snakes are common nonvenomous snakes in Arizona. Nonvenomous snakes are generally harmless, they can bite if threatened. Their bites can cause minor ...