This is bad news for the Tucson shovel-nosed snake, a highly adapted animal that swims through sandy desert soils and preys on everything from beetle larvae to scorpions. Its specialized nature and ...

Of all the wildlife in Nevada, only one venomous snake is commonly ... Mojave greens are desert dwellers and favor areas with sparse vegetation. They can be found in pre-existing animal burrows ...

Around the globe, when humans come into contact with snakes ... those living near desert areas, come into contact with all kinds of potentially dangerous animals — coyotes, javelinas, etc.

Sollenberger called spring "a busy time for snakes," noting sightings of them rise significantly this time of year. And there are plenty of them to spot. Sollenberger said there are nearly 50 ...

Here's a guide to what snakes are venomous throughout Nevada, how to spot them and what to do if you get bit.