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Rosy Boa Picture

The rosy boa is one of two boa species native to areas of California, Arizona, Nevada, and Mexico. A shy, reclusive species, the rosy boa is a popular pet thanks… Read More

By Gail Baker Nelson 2 years ago


10 Snakes in Central Florida Picture

Key Points There are more than 50 snake species found in Florida, and 35 of them are in Central Florida alone. Venomous snakes present in Central Florida are Florida cottonmouths,… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 years ago


Texas Garter Snake Picture

Texas garter snakes provide helpful pest control for gardens and residential areas. The Texas garter snake is one of 13 subspecies of the common garter snake native to North America.… Read More

By Catherine Gin 2 years ago


Are Sponges Animals? Picture

Similar to corals, sponges can be found along the bottom of the sea. Scuba divers and snorkelers love seeing the variety of shapes and colors that sponges produce. The most… Read More

By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago


The 10 Biggest Lakes in Iowa Picture

Like most of Iowa's natural lakes, the Iowa Great Lakes are glacial, and they're always a favorite destination for family vacations Every direction in Iowa leads to a new body… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 2 years ago


Zebra Spitting Cobra Picture

A zebra spitting cobra can spit its venom a distance of over nine feet. The western barred spitting cobra is more familiarly known as the zebra spitting cobra. Its name… Read More

By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago


Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake Picture

The yellow-bellied sea snake has the largest habitat range of any snake species in the world. The yellow-bellied sea snake belongs to a unique genus that inhabits marine environments. It… Read More

By Catherine Gin 2 years ago


Smooth Green Snake Picture

The Smooth Green Snake (Opheodrys vernalis) is a slender, non-venomous snake known for its vibrant green coloration and smooth scales, typically found in North America. The smooth green snake is… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 2 years ago


The 12 Biggest Lakes in Utah Picture

With the Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, and more, the only way to describe Utah is to say it is breathtakingly gorgeous. It… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 2 years ago


Hawk Moth Caterpillar Picture

“One of the largest caterpillars” Besides being one of the largest caterpillars, hawk moth caterpillars are among the prettiest and come in shades of green or greenish-blue. Unfortunately, a caterpillar… Read More

By Lisha Pace 2 years ago


Olive Sea Snake Picture

“Olive sea snakes can stay underwater for two hours without taking a breath” The olive sea snake is sometimes called the golden sea snake or the olive-brown sea snake because… Read More

By AZ Animals 2 years ago


11 Snakes in Vermont Picture

Key Points: Vermont has 11 native species of snakes. The only water snake in the state is the northern water snake. The timber rattlesnake, which is the only rattlesnake and… Read More

By Tracy Graham 2 years ago


10 Spiders In New Jersey Picture

New Jersey is one of the oldest states in the country and boasts a rich and colorful history. Despite its association today with the Jersey Shore and “gym, tan, laundry,”… Read More

By Patrick Sather 2 years ago


Madagascar Tree Boa Picture

The Madagascar tree boa is a beautiful nonvenomous snake that is born with a bright red base color that changes to green as it matures. This medium-sized boa sleeps in… Read More

By Gail Baker Nelson 2 years ago


Taipan Picture

“Taipan is the Most Venomous Snakes On Earth” It’s true that the taipan has fantastically potent venom, but it also benefits humans by eating vermin such as rats and mice.… Read More

By Lisha Pace 2 years ago


Eastern Racer Picture

"Fast and Furious" If anyone living in the American south or in states east of the Rockies is going to see a snake, it will most likely be a black… Read More

By AZ Animals 2 years ago


False coral snake Picture

“The false coral snake mimics both the coral snake and the cobra to scare away predators” A false coral snake looks a lot like a coral snake but is non-venomous.… Read More

By AZ Animals 2 years ago


Texas Blind Snake Picture

“These snakes grow to just 11 inches long.” The Texas blind snake is sometimes called a Texas slender blind snake or a Texas thread snake. These are fitting names for… Read More

By Heather Hall 2 years ago