Although coming face-to-face with a potentially deadly snake is not the most unimaginable situation for Florida residents, it doesn’t make the situation any less scary. That’s because the first thing ...

A scarlet snake was documented on Sanibel Island for the first time in September. This sighting follows the first appearance of a scarlet kingsnake on the island since the 1970s. Both the scarlet ...

Florida is home to 46 native snake species, four invasive species, and six venomous snake categories. The Everglades are known for the invasive Burmese python, which can grow over 15 feet long and ...

Boasting more than 80 distinct ecosystems, Florida is a biodiversity hot spot. More than 4,000 animal species, in fact, are native to the Sunshine State. As the weather heats up, a growing number of ...

According to the University of Florida, there are 50 species of snakes found in Florida, however only 6 are venomous and could be dangerous to people. These are the snakes you should know how to ...

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) reported that there has been no shortage of surprises and changes to ...

EUSTIS, Florida (WESH) — The Central Florida Zoo is actively involved in a conservation effort focused on breeding and releasing the rare Eastern indigo snake back into its native habitat. This ...