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Protect the Nest: Do Snakes Eat Birds and Eggs?

Stop Snakes From Eating Birds “How can I stop snakes from eating baby birds and eggs in my yard, without harming the snakes?” asks Birds & Blooms reader Peggy Thompson of Granville, Illinois. Birding ...

Boa constrictor found in Bristol park near primary school

It was an unusual day for a dog walker when they were out with their pet in a park near a primary school and stumbled upon a ...

Tennessee's Most Snake-Packed Lakes Aren't For The Faint Of Heart

Tennessee has a variety of lakes perfect for a paddle or a swim, but if you're squeamish around snakes, these are some lakes ...
AZ Animals

The Complete Animal Guide to Silver Falls State Park in Oregon

It's one of the most beautiful and mysterious parts of Oregon. Discover all the animals that live in Silver Falls State Park.
AZ Animals

Animals That Can Survive Without Food for Months

From bears to tardigrades, discover which animals can endure months without eating and how they pull off this incredible feat ...

Toxic pollution builds up in snake scales: what we learnt from black mambas

The pollutants can be detected and calculated from a non-invasive, harmless scale clipping. Snake scales are composed mostly of keratin, the same sort of protein that produces human hair and nails. To ...

SW Florida python hunters crush records, remove over 20 tons of giant invasive snakes

Naples-based Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s python hunters smash records, removing massive invasive snakes to protect ...
Marin Independent Journal

Here’s what to know if you encounter a snake in the Bay Area

“It is very uncommon for rattlesnakes to make it into the house,” said Barrios. “They tend to be in rockier areas, so they’re very common in the Mount Diablo area, which is probably why in Walnut ...
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Black mambas carry a record of pollution in their scales

Few animals inspire as much fear as the black mamba, one of Africa’s most notorious snakes. But behind its deadly reputation lies a story that challenges our assumptions – and reveals the snake’s ...
Sports Illustrated

Hawks Notes: Where do the Hawks Finish, Hawks Exclusive Ticket Presale, Malik Beasley to Atlanta?

Ever since the Atlanta Hawks started making moves this offseason, there has been a lot of speculation about where they could finish in the upcoming NBA season. A lot of analysts have had favorable ...
Sports Illustrated

Do The Hawks Have One Of The Ten Best Starting Lineups In The NBA? One Analyst Does Not Think So

Apr 18, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) shoots over Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale ...
NBC 6 South Florida

Have you seen this rare rainbow snake in South Florida? FWC wants to know

If you spot a particular, colorful snake in South Florida or elsewhere, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) wants you to snap a picture and report it. The FWC says it's ...