Here’s a guide to identifying Florida’s six native, venomous snakes and some non-venomous snakes they resemble.

Black racer snakes are known to be fast, with some reaching speeds of 8-10 mph, which is a pretty good clip, especially for a snake. They are also large snakes with an average length of 3-5 feet.

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 ...

Black Mambas, Africa’s fastest and most feared snakes, can be a key player into tracking pollution, while at the same time keeping ecosystems healthy. New research from the University of the ...

Of the state's six venomous snakes, four can be found in South Florida.