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Washington DC snakes
Smithsonian / Titanoboa: A Monster Snake from oldest rainforest
National Museum of Natural History
March 31, 2012
The world’s largest realistic snake replica is 48 feet long Monster Snake with a body thickness close to the height of a pickett fence at 4.5...
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Tysons Corner: snake alive
snakes
September 23, 2011
True story A few nights ago around 9:45 there came a rapping, tapping, zapping (it rhymes) upon my chamber door. Alas! Who could it be?The only one...
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Snakes caught in deer netting
snakes
May 23, 2012
As summer approaches, people fight to keep their gardens looking nice. White tailed deer, with the considerable loss of habitat, find themselves in...
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The importance of accurate temperature readings with reptiles
reptile care
November 16, 2011
It seems like such a straightforward task, but there are reptile owners who do not have any idea what the temperature is within their enclosures...
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Memphis Flood video: Snakes in homes, animals seeking safety. New photos.
Memphis Flooding
May 10, 2011
The expectation of the Mississippi River reaching close to record levels had been a long time coming. The mighty river has swelled well beyond it&...
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Emergency plans for your pets
emergency evacuation plans
January 27, 2011
People have emergency plans for their families. But, don’t forget about your pets. Do you have all of the bases covered? The weather in...
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Boa constrictors as pets
Pets
January 25, 2010
If you are looking for a medium sized snake, you may be interested in a boa constrictor. There are two main subspecies Boa constrictor constrictor...
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Snakes are escape artists
Pets
December 10, 2009
If you keep snakes, you probably already know how important it is to have a tightly fitting lid. If not, be aware!Many people will be getting and...
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Hognose snakes
Pets
August 11, 2009
The hognose snake is a unique little animal. They have a number of adaptations that make them fascinating creatures. They get their name from their...
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Marshy Point reptile and amphibian search
Pets
June 22, 2009
A courageous -- and soggy -- group of individuals braved the weather in search of reptiles and amphibians at the Marshy Point Nature Center. It...
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