Discover the surprising intelligence and ecological importance of rat snakes, America's original pest control. These ...

If you notice a rat snake in your yard, your first instinct might be to kill it. However, rat snakes are actually beneficial, ...

In much of the eastern United States, it’s not uncommon to spot a snake slithering through the leaves, crossing a trail, or hiding near your shed. But knowing whether that snake is venomous or ...

Gray rat snakes, commonly called chicken snakes, are non-venomous and known for their climbing ability due to their unique body shape. They climb trees to hunt birds, eggs and squirrels, and to bask ...