The western hognose snake (Heterodon nasicus) is a small, burrowing snake that often displays a rusty orange or brownish hue along its back, which may include darker blotches. Found throughout the ...

WASHINGTON— In a legal victory for the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service agreed today to consider granting Endangered Species Act protections to the southern hognose ...

Ringneck Snake Small, non-venomous, orange ring around neck, nocturnal, shy, mild venom harmless to humans. Hognose Snake Stocky, upturned nose, 25-30 inches, non-aggressive, plays dead when ...

WASHINGTON— The Center for Biological Diversity sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today to gain Endangered Species Act protection for southern hognose snakes in Florida, Georgia and the ...