Yes, gopher snakes are big – just like the one in the photograph – and it can be startling to see one slithering along as you paddle a canoe or take a refreshing dip on a hot day. Rest assured, ...

If you picture a herpetologist as someone who exclusively wrangles snakes and whispers to lizards, Geoffrey Smith might surprise you. Yes, he’s unmistakably a reptile expert, but his scientific ...

Zoo staff implement shade, water, ice treats, and fans to cool 75 animals. Feeding schedules shift to mornings and evenings to avoid peak heat. Zookeepers monitor animals and coordinate with vets ...

Snakes can show mood changes in captivity. Learn the three major signs of snake depression and what owners can do to help them.

The Phoenix Zoo is creating an "air-conditioned habitat" to protect native lizards from rising desert temperatures.

In today’s busy world, we often forget how incredible the animal kingdom really is. Over millions of years, animals have ...

Homeowners often unknowingly attract snakes through features like water bodies, dense plants, and leaf piles. These elements ...