California has nearly 50 native snake species, including rattlesnakes, the only native venomous snakes in the state. Rattlesnakes are widespread and found in diverse habitats throughout California, ...

As summer heats up in California, rattlesnakes become more active — slithering onto sun-toasted trails and sneaking into water sources. If you’re not careful, the venomous snakes can strike, according ...

Rattlesnakes are most active in the warmer months and give birth in the fall, experts say. Liz Dufour/The Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK Are you noticing more rattlesnakes? It’s baby rattlesnake season in ...

California is home to 50 different species of snakes — including seven species of rattlesnakes, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. If that makes your skin crawl, you’re not ...

Rattlesnake activity peaks April to October in California’s warm, dry areas. Avoid bites by staying on trails, wearing boots and watching where you step. In case of a bite, remain calm, call 911 and ...

SONOMA COUNTY, Calif. -- It's a good thing Halloween is coming, because this story is creepy, especially if snakes aren't your thing. A homeowner in the Northern California community of North Bay was ...