Oklahoma's venomous snakes are probably more afraid of you, but will strike if they feel threatened.

As Oklahoma heats up this summer, so do encounters with snakes—prompting health experts and wildlife specialists to issue warnings. With the state’s diverse snake population becoming more active, ...

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 ...

Oklahoma has twice the national average of snakebites annually, putting the state at fourth in the nation. Though the state is home to over 44 different kinds of snakes, which are most active from ...

Warm summer weather means snakes are more active here in Oklahoma, increasing the chances of running into one. The Oklahoma Center for Poison and Drug Information has received six calls for snakebites ...

My wife’s cannas and tiger lilies are growing fast. The redbuds and dogwoods are blooming and the rest of nature’s not far behind. The warm Oklahoma sun has critters of all varieties venturing out of ...