Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Getty Images Whether you’re frightened or fascinated by them, snakes have important roles in your garden, eating insects and ...

Do chickens attract snakes? Snake catchers explain why they’re appearing in backyards, the risks to pets, and what to do if ...

Creating the perfect cottage garden can be one of the most relaxing activities for homeowners, ranging from choosing the right shrubs and flowers to hours spent nourishing and caring for your seasonal ...

A python slithering in the grass - Melissa Ross/Getty Images Seeing a snake in the yard is unsettling, despite their beneficial role in the environment, which includes effective rodent control. While ...

Signs of snakes include small rounded holes, shed skins, droppings, and trails winding in the soil. Watch for changes in pet behavior or a drop in wildlife, since snakes follow prey like mice and ...

A University of Florida study found that snake bites in the state are an understudied but avoidable risk. Most venomous snake bites in Florida occurred when people, primarily men, intentionally ...

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 ...

Here’s how to discourage snakes from hanging out in your yard. Whether you’re frightened or fascinated by them, snakes have important roles in your garden, eating insects and keeping mice, vole, and ...

Whether you’re frightened or fascinated by them, snakes have important roles in your garden, eating insects and keeping mice, vole, and rabbit populations in check. They also serve as prey for other ...