Memorial Day kicked off the unofficial start of summer, and yes, snakes are already active in Florida; and have been since April. And if you enjoy Florida’s wild side, or just need to work out ...

Compton said it's important for people to know that Central Florida has six venomous snakes and more than 50 snakes that are not harmful. He said knowing the difference is his mission.

Of the 44 species of snake that are native to Florida, six are venomous. Here's a guide to identifying them and the harmless snakes they resemble.

Florida is home to over 40 snake species, with only six venomous. Snakes are most active during spring and early summer. The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake is the largest rattlesnake species in ...

Biologists released 42 Eastern indigo snakes into their increasingly uncommon environment, the longleaf pine ecosystem in the Florida Panhandle. Photo from the Florida Fish and Wildlife ...

And if you enjoy Florida’s wild side, or just need to work out in the yard, there are several snakes here you need to keep an eye out for; at least through October.Snakes emerge from their ...