Boasting more than 80 distinct ecosystems, Florida is a biodiversity hot spot. More than 4,000 animal species, in fact, are native to the Sunshine State. As the weather heats up, a growing number of ...

In much of the eastern United States, it’s not uncommon to spot a snake slithering through the leaves, crossing a trail, or hiding near your shed. But knowing whether that snake is venomous or ...

Florida is home to 46 native snake species, four invasive species, and six venomous snake categories. The Everglades are known for the invasive Burmese python, which can grow over 15 feet long and ...