Tennessee has a variety of lakes perfect for a paddle or a swim, but if you're squeamish around snakes, these are some lakes ...

The United States is home to many snake species. While most are harmless, some can be very dangerous to humans. Knowing which ...

As Floridians enjoy the cooler fall weather outside, they might want to be aware of our slithery neighbors also enjoying the ...

Now is a great time to catch a couple of exotic species that South Florida anglers appreciate — peacock bass and snakeheads.

But there are snakes the FWC doesn't want to see go away. This summer the FWC put word out that it is seeking the public's ...

Florida couple Christina Kraus and Aaron Mann captured 87 invasive pythons from the Everglades in July, setting that month’s record and netting them thousands of dollars in payouts for helping remove ...

The South Florida Water Management District's Python Elimination Program has removed 245 pythons so far in 2025. Brian Hargrove was the top hunter in August, capturing 63 invasive snakes. The program ...

Snake Bite Season is among us here in Florida, so watch out and lock in with these safety tips from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s (MDFR). From April to October, Florida is officially in Snake Bite Season ...

From April to October, South Florida sees more snake encounters. Learn how to identify venomous snakes and what to do if bitten, with advice from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.

Mauricio Maldonado is a digital editor for CBS Miami and has been a digital journalist in the South Florida area since 1997. Mauricio started at the Miami Herald in 1990 and transitioned over to their ...

Three Burmese pythons were recently found at Florida homes, including one discovered inside a truck engine. While pythons generally avoid urban areas, they are known to inhabit nearby environments, ...