Arizona is home to dozens of snake species, including venomous varieties such as rattlesnakes and coral snakes. But many snakes in Arizona are nonvenomous, meaning they pose little threat to people or ...

The world of snakes is equal parts fascinating and fear-inducing. Some folks keep them as scaly companions, while others would sprint in the opposite direction at the mere hint of a slither. Love them ...

Arizona is home to over 800 native animal species, ranging from well-known rattlesnakes and javelinas to rarer creatures like ringtails and jaguars. Arizona also boasts unique species like the ...

Welcome to Snake Week 2025 at azcentral.com. Every day from June 23 through June 29, Ultimate Arizona reporter Tiffany Acosta will bring you a new story about Arizona's favorite slithering reptiles.

Gopher snakes, kingsnakes, coachwhips and glossy snakes are common nonvenomous snakes in Arizona. Nonvenomous snakes are generally harmless, they can bite if threatened. Their bites can cause minor ...