More than 40 species of snakes can be found in Oklahoma, but only a handful have a bite that's dangerous to humans. Even though their bites require immediate medical attention, these snakes are more ...

For Oklahoma lake-goers, encountering snakes can be a startling and often unsettling part of the lake-day experience. Various snake species inhabit areas in and around the state's waters. “Nearly 50 ...

There are 48 different snake species in Oklahoma. This means that the chances of running into one of these slithering reptiles are relatively high, both in and out of the water. Of those snakes, the ...

Spring marks the busiest time of year for the Oklahoma Poison Center, with spikes in exposure to all kinds of venomous or toxic animals and plants. The Oklahoma Poison Center and the University of ...

As temperatures rise across Oklahoma, so does the risk of snake bites. Copperheads, cottonmouths, and rattlesnakes are all native to the state, and they become more active in the spring and summer. Dr ...

Snakes are found all over the United States, even in Lakes. What are the most snake infested lakes in the United States?

As Oklahomans head to the water for their Fourth of July celebrations, a new report from World Atlas highlights several lakes across the state where snake encounters are more likely. Topping the list ...

There are 16 species of rattlesnakes found in the United States. The “rattle” comes from the signature noise these slithering reptiles make whenever they sense danger. Most fatal snake bites are the ...