This genetic trick gives woodrats an evolutionary advantage against rattlesnake venom

Woodrats weigh less than half a pound but can survive venomous rattlesnake bites that would hospitalize, or even kill, a full ...
The University of Texas at Arlington

Rare rattlesnake discovery lands at UTA

The first documented Western Diamondback from Denton County joins UTA’s ARDRC, filling a key gap in Texas records ...
The Desert Sun

Here's the most venomous snake in California. And what to do if you are bitten

Snake bites are most common between April and October, and immediate medical attention is crucial if bitten. The survival rate of rattlesnake bites is high with proper treatment, but avoiding snakes ...
People

Colorado Rattlesnake 'Mega Den' Bursting with Even More Snakes Following Weeks of Births

Project RattleCam started monitoring the Colorado den, home to hundreds of snakes, in May Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013. Her work has previously ...
NPR

Lessons from rattlesnake class in the American Southwest

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — In a Phoenix-area venomous snake training course, the first thing students learn is that basically everything they thought they knew about rattlesnakes is a myth. For starters, ...
Los Angeles Times

4 life-saving tips for when you spot a rattlesnake on the trail

That’s our code for danger. Bob and I hike a lot together, and she frequently rejoices on the trail, like when she sees a butterfly, a lizard or a neat plant. And it always scares me. I hear her and ...
ABC News

'Hero' puppy recovering from snake bite after coming between rattler and dog owner

A near fatal hike for Todd the 6-month-old golden retriever. A “hero” golden retriever puppy prevented his owner from being bitten by a rattlesnake, Paula Godwin told ABC News Monday. As Godwin of ...