There are eight common species of snakes you might encounter in Washington and, while theybite and constrict prey, not all of them are venomous. You’re more likely to find snakes spring into fall in ...

As hikers head to the trails for the holiday weekend, wildlife officials are reminding people that late spring is often the ...

We get it — snakes are far from everyone's favorite animal. While they are fascinating creatures in their own right and serve a crucial role in the ecosystems they inhabit, chances are that when ...

Washington state has eight native snake species, but only one native venomous snake: The Northern Pacific Rattlesnake. Examples of non-venomous snakes in Washington include garter snakes, night snakes ...