Prairie Rattlesnake with Visible Rattle
Prairie rattlesnakes are common in the park in rocky areas and around prairie dog towns. You may also see them on roads after sunset enjoying the warm pavement. They are the only venomous snake in South Dakota.... More
Eastern Rat Snake - National Parks Gallery
Eastern Rat Snakes are not venomous, but will protect themselves with a painful bite if you approach them too closely. They are very beneficial because they play an important role in controlling the rodent population.
Santa Monica - Gopher Snake - Public Domain image, National Parks Gall...
This non-venomous snake is often mistaken for a diamondback rattlesnake. However, it can be easily distinguished from a rattlesnake by the lack of black and white banding on its tail, as well as by the shape of... More
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - A black racer snake slithers away through...
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - A black racer snake slithers away through a patch of dry grass on the grounds of Kennedy Space Center. The Black Racer Snake is one of the fastest, non-venomous snakes in North Ame... More
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- An eastern diamondback rattlesnake warm...
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- An eastern diamondback rattlesnake warms in the sun near the NASA News Center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The diamondback is Florida's largest venomous snake and may exceed s... More
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- An eastern diamondback rattlesnake slit...
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- An eastern diamondback rattlesnake slithers through the grass near the NASA News Center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The diamondback is Florida's largest venomous snake and ma... More
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- This diamondback rattlesnake lies across...
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- This diamondback rattlesnake lies across the road near Launch Pad 39B at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The diamondback is Florida's largest venomous snake and may exceed six feet i... More
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Spotted near Launch Pad 39B at NASA's Ke...
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Spotted near Launch Pad 39B at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, this diamondback rattlesnake curls upon itself in a defensive posture. The diamondback is Florida's largest venomous sn... More
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Spotted near Launch Pad 39B at NASA's Ke...
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Spotted near Launch Pad 39B at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, this diamondback rattlesnake curls upon itself in a defensive posture. The diamondback is Florida's largest venomous sn... More
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- This diamondback rattlesnake lies across...
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- This diamondback rattlesnake lies across the road near Launch Pad 39B at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The diamondback is Florida's largest venomous snake and may exceed six feet i... More
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – An eastern diamondback rattlesnake returns to i...
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – An eastern diamondback rattlesnake returns to its natural environs farther from the NASA News Center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The diamondback is Florida's largest venom... More
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – An eastern diamondback rattlesnake is spotted n...
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – An eastern diamondback rattlesnake is spotted next to a building at the NASA News Center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The diamondback is Florida's largest venomous snake an... More
Stay on the trail - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
If you are lucky, you may spot a Sonoran Gopher Snake crossing the trail. These are the most common snakes seen at El Morro National Monument and are non-venomous.
Western Coral Snake - National Parks Gallery
Western Coral Snake, 'Micruroides euryxanthus'. An uncommon, and very secretive, venomous snake of the Park's rocky habitats.
Copperhead in Grass - National Parks Gallery
A copperhead, the only venomous snake found in Great Falls Park.
Santa Monica - Gopher Snake - Public Domain image, National Parks Gall...
This non-venomous snake is often mistaken for a diamondback rattlesnake. However, it can be easily distinguished from a rattlesnake by the lack of black and white banding on its tail, as well as by the shape of... More
Sonoran mountain kingsnake, Great Basin National Park, 2013.
You've probably already noticed that this Sonoran mountain kingsnake, also sometimes called the Chihuahuan mountain kingsnake, is a coral snake mimic. This colubrid (i.e., group of mostly-harmless snakes) resid... More
Santa Monica - California Kingsnake
If you see this snake while you're out hiking, don't panic! This non-venomous species of snake is naturally resistant to the venom of rattlesnakes, but are not totally immune. They feed on rattlesnakes when giv... More
Gopher Snake - free images of reptiles
This gopher snake can scare people into thinking that it's a rattlesnake. It's not venomous at all, and like most snakes helps keep the rodent population in check!
Santa Monica - California Kingsnake
If you see this snake while you're out hiking, don't panic! This non-venomous species of snake is naturally resistant to the venom of rattlesnakes, but are not totally immune. They feed on rattlesnakes when giv... More
Great Basin gopher snake (Pituophis catenifer deserticola), Hovenweep ...
This common snake is an excellent climber, swimmer and burrower. Though harmless, except the gopher snake to defend itself if threatened; it will elevate and inflate its body and even flatten its head into the ... More
Gopher Snake (Pituophis catenifer)
Gopher Snakes can be found throughout the park and prefer open, dry terrain. Gopher snakes are not venomous. Remember, do not approach wildlife. If animals are reacting to your presence, you are too close!
Timber rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus), Blue Ridge Parkway, 2014.
Interestingly, this is the only snake in Maryland with a rattle. The timber rattlesnake is the second most northerly-distributed venomous snake in North America; the first is its cousin in the west, the prairie... More
National parks: Bullsnake - public domain image
Bullsnakes are the most commonly seen species of snake in the park. They are often mistaken for rattlesnakes because of their similar color pattern. Young snakes may shake their tails in dry underbrush to mimic... More
Prairie rattlesnake (Crotalus viridis), Mesa Verde National Park, 2015...
This snake is known by several common names, including prairie rattlesnake, western rattlesnake and the Great Plains rattlesnake. This venomous pit viper is native to the areas of southwestern Canada, the weste... More
Ring-necked snake (Diadophis punctatus), Santa Monica Mountains Nation...
This harmless colubrid is found throughout most of the United States, central Meixco and southeastern Canada. They are secretive and nocturnal, so rarely seen. Despite their bright and beautiful coloration, the... More
Prairie rattlesnake (Crotalus viridis), Petrified Forest National Park...
The prairie rattlesnake goes by many names, including western rattlesnake and Great Plains rattlesnake, and is a venomous pit viper species native to the western U.S.
Easter diamondback rattlesnake (Crotalus adamanteus), Gulf Islands Nat...
This pit viper is found in the southeastern part of the country and is actually the heaviest venomous snake in the Americas. Because of its size, it is able to eat prey as large as fully grown cottontail rabbit... More
Southern copperhead (Agkistrodon contortrix) on a log, Big Thicket Nat...
Commonly referred to simply as a 'copperhead', it is a species of venomous snake endemic to North America. Like all pit vipers, it is generally am ambus predator. Copperheads will take a promising position and ... More
Timber rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus), Catoctin Mountain Park, 2015.
Interestingly, this is the only snake in Maryland with a rattle. The timber rattlesnake is the second most northerly-distributed venomous snake in North America (the first is its cousin in the west, the prairie... More
A black and white photo of a snake. Venomous snake snake snakehead.
The snake is a species of snake found in the wild / A black and white photo of a snake / Animals public domain photography.
A large snake laying on top of a sandy ground. Rattlesnake eastern dia...
A rattlesnake curled up in a circle / A large snake laying on top of a sandy ground / Animals public domain photography.
Copperhead (Agkistrodon contortrix), Ninety Six National Historic Site...
This venomous pit viper is endemic to eastern North America. You may have heard the copperhead referred to by one of its many other nicknames, like chunk head, highland moccasin, moccasin, narroow-banded copper... More
A close up of a snake on a branch. Snake venomous snake toxic.
A close up of a yellow snake / A close up of a snake on a branch / Animals public domain photography.
Rattlesnake (Crotalus), Golden Spike National Historic Site, 2016.
The genus Crotalus includes venomous pit vipers found only in the Americas. You probably know them as rattlesnakes. Crotalus stems from the Greek word 'krotalon' meaning rattle, referring to the well-known and ... More
A close up of a snake on the ground. Puff adder bitis arietans venomou...
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A snake is laying down on the ground. Gopher snake non venomous sunnin...
A western diamondback rattlesnake with its head resting on a blacktop / A snake is laying down on the ground / Animals public domain photography.
A close up of a snake on a bed of moss. Snake venomous snake zoo.
A close up of a snake / A close up of a snake on a bed of moss / Animals public domain photography.
A group of people looking at a picture in a window. Rattlesnake pit vi...
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A green snake is curled up on a branch. Snake venomous snake reptile.
A green snake on a plant / A green snake is curled up on a branch / Animals public domain photography.
Sonoran mountain kingsnake (Lampropeltis pyromelana), Walnut Canyon Na...
The nonvenomous kingsnake is often confused with the venomous eastern coral snake. While they do share similar coloring and habitats, physical and behavior characteristics help you differentiate the species. Co... More
Airman 1st Class James, a 49th Civil Engineer Squadron
Airman 1st Class James, a 49th Civil Engineer Squadron pest management specialist, handles a venomous rattlesnake with tongs at Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., on July 6. Upon arrival at Holloman, pest managemen... More
CAMP NAHA, OKINAWA, Japan— U.S. Marine Corps Brig.
CAMP NAHA, OKINAWA, Japan— U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Paul Rock Jr. touches the skin of a Habu during the annual End of Year Event Dec. 21 aboard Camp Naha, Okinawa, Japan. During this End of Year Event, Japa... More
Texas Coral Snake - National Parks Gallery
Texas coral snakes (Micrurus tener) are venomous and prefer to eat other snakes.
Rough Green Snake - National Parks Gallery
Rough green snakes (Opheodrys aestivus) are tiny and non-venomous. Public domain photograph related to US National Parks, Nature, conservation, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Stay fit don't get bit - A poster with a picture of a snake and a snak...
Marine Corps Base Quantico's only venomous snake is the Eastern Copperhead. It can be identified by its copper color, brown-striped pattern, spade-shaped head, and diamond eyes. Copperheads will not attack unle... More
A Habu snake sits in a reptile tank on Kadena Air Base,
A Habu snake sits in a reptile tank on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2013. The Habu is a venomous snake native to Southeast Asia and is primarily found in grassy, rocky and mountainous areas within Okinawa. Th... More
A juvenile Northern Cottonmouth (Agkistrodon piscivorus)
A juvenile Northern Cottonmouth (Agkistrodon piscivorus) cools off in the water near a culvert at the Robinson Maneuver Training Center in North Little Rock, Ark., on March 31. The Northern Cottonmouth is a ven... More
A beautifully patterned massasauga rattlesnake warms
A beautifully patterned massasauga rattlesnake warms its body in the morning sun May 10, 2018 at the Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center in Grayling, Michigan. Members of the Michigan National Guard E... More
CAMP NAHA, OKINAWA, Japan— U.S. Marine Corps Brig.
CAMP NAHA, OKINAWA, Japan— U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Paul Rock Jr. eats Habu during the annual End of Year Event Dec. 21 aboard Camp Naha, Okinawa, Japan. During this End of Year Event, Japan Ground Self-Def... More
A Banded Watersnake, a harmless, non-venomous snake
A Banded Watersnake, a harmless, non-venomous snake that can be found near most fresh water habitats. Although they are not found on Fort Campbell they are found in nearby counties of Tennessee. (US Army photo ... More
An Eastern Massasauga, gently and safely caught with
An Eastern Massasauga, gently and safely caught with ‘snake tongs’ is placed in a holding pail May 10, 2018, at the Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center in Grayling, Michigan. Members of the Michigan N... More
Soldiers from the Royal Thai Army conducts a familiarization
Soldiers from the Royal Thai Army conducts a familiarization training on different types of snakes that are commonly found in Southeast Asia for Soldiers of 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment during Hanuman ... More
A class in handling, relocating, and understanding
A class in handling, relocating, and understanding rattlesnakes was given in the Directorate of Emergency Services classroom on Fort Hunter Liggett, California, Feb. 8, 2021. Dr. Emily Taylor, professor of herp... More
A Ribbon snake, a harmless, non-venomous, docile snake
A Ribbon snake, a harmless, non-venomous, docile snake found near marshy areas. These snakes are found on Fort Campbell. (US Army photo by Spc. Patrick Kirby 40th Public Affairs Detachment.)
Soldiers from the Royal Thai Army conducts a familiarization
Soldiers from the Royal Thai Army conducts a familiarization training on different types of snakes that are commonly found in Southeast Asia for Soldiers of 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment during Hanuman ... More
A Ribbon snake, a harmless, non-venomous, docile snake
A Ribbon snake, a harmless, non-venomous, docile snake found near marshy areas. These snakes are found on Fort Campbell. (US Army photo by Spc. Patrick Kirby 40th Public Affairs Detachment.)
A Cottonmouth or Water Moccasin, a venomous, harmful
A Cottonmouth or Water Moccasin, a venomous, harmful snake that is docile until provoked. Can be found in wetland areas near an open field. Although these snakes look very similar to the Northern Watersnake, no... More
Soldiers from the Royal Thai Army conducts a familiarization
Soldiers from the Royal Thai Army conducts a familiarization training on different types of snakes that are commonly found in Southeast Asia for Soldiers of 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment during Hanuman ... More
CAMP NAHA, OKINAWA, Japan— U.S. Marine Corps Brig.
CAMP NAHA, OKINAWA, Japan— U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Paul Rock Jr. prepares to drink tea during the annual End of Year Event Dec. 21 aboard Camp Naha, Okinawa, Japan. During this End of Year Event, Japan Gro... More
A Cottonmouth or Water Moccasin, a venomous, harmful
A Cottonmouth or Water Moccasin, a venomous, harmful snake that is docile until provoked. Can be found in wetland areas near an open field. Although these snakes look very similar to the Northern Watersnake, no... More
A Cottonmouth or Water Moccasin, a venomous, harmful
A Cottonmouth or Water Moccasin, a venomous, harmful snake that is docile until provoked. Can be found in wetland areas near an open field. Although these snakes look very similar to the Northern Watersnake, no... More
Soldiers from the Royal Thai Army conducts a familiarization
Soldiers from the Royal Thai Army conducts a familiarization training on different types of snakes that are commonly found in Southeast Asia for Soldiers of 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment during Hanuman ... More
A cobra is poised to strike during a demonstration
A cobra is poised to strike during a demonstration on how to safely handle snakes as a part of jungle survival training Feb. 19, 2018, in Sattahip, Chonburi province, Thailand. The training was conducted as par... More
A Taiwanese Habu Snake, or Protobothrops Mucrosquamatus,
A Taiwanese Habu Snake, or Protobothrops Mucrosquamatus, watches onlookers from the corner of a terrarium at the Entomology Pest Management Section, June 5, 2019, At Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Taiwanese Habu s... More
A Taiwanese Habu Snake, or Protobothrops Mucrosquamatus,
A Taiwanese Habu Snake, or Protobothrops Mucrosquamatus, watches onlookers from the corner of a terrarium at the Entomology Pest Management Section, June 5, 2019, At Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Taiwanese Habu s... More
A Taiwanese Habu Snake, or Protobothrops Mucrosquamatus,
A Taiwanese Habu Snake, or Protobothrops Mucrosquamatus, watches onlookers from the corner of a terrarium at the Entomology Pest Management Section, June 5, 2019, At Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Taiwanese Habu s... More
California kingsnake (L. g. Californiae) (8122437599)
Range: Eastern and southwestern Oregon, California, southwestern Nevada, southern Utah and western Arizona and into Baja, Mexico. Habitat: Highly adaptable; woodlands, coniferous forests, grassland, cultivated ... More
California kingsnake at Ash Meadows NWR (8122437361)
Range: Eastern and southwestern Oregon, California, southwestern Nevada, southern Utah and western Arizona and into Baja, Mexico. Habitat: Highly adaptable; woodlands, coniferous forests, grassland, cultivated ... More
California kingsnake close up (8122454724)
Range: Eastern and southwestern Oregon, California, southwestern Nevada, southern Utah and western Arizona and into Baja, Mexico. Habitat: Highly adaptable; woodlands, coniferous forests, grassland, cultivated ... More
California kingsnake front (8122437969)
Range: Eastern and southwestern Oregon, California, southwestern Nevada, southern Utah and western Arizona and into Baja, Mexico. Habitat: Highly adaptable; woodlands, coniferous forests, grassland, cultivated ... More
California kingsnake sideview (8122454422)
Range: Eastern and southwestern Oregon, California, southwestern Nevada, southern Utah and western Arizona and into Baja, Mexico. Habitat: Highly adaptable; woodlands, coniferous forests, grassland, cultivated ... More
The snakes of Australia (Plate VII) (5981598613)
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The European Grass Snake (Natrix natrix), sometimes called the Ringed Snake or Water Snake is a non-venomous snake. It is often found near water and feeds almost exclusively on amphibians. The specimen in the ... More