The Executive Director of the BEAR League said there are currently a lot of bears in the Tahoe Basin, as about half of the bears have cubs.

Cold weather means one thing. It's officially socially acceptable to hibernate under a blanket fort with nothing but snacks ...

Gray rat snakes are among the most common snakes in Mississippi. Their unique body shape helps them climb almost anything.

When we think of hibernation, most of us imagine animals snoozing through the cold months. But guess what? Some creatures are ...

Tips include cleaning up yard debris to discourage copperheads and knowing how to keep dogs leashed on outdoor paths.

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This summer, it's snake season in Wisconsin. Find out what snakes are the most dangerous in the state and how to avoid them.

Some mammals are capable of hibernating during periods of low food availability in an effort to conserve energy and survive.