Rattlesnakes are one of the most discernible snakes in the animal kingdom, not only because of their appearance, but also because of how they shake their tails at threats to warn them to stay away.

Researchers at California’s Loma Linda University found that rattlesnakes are less stressed when they’re near another snake.

Rattlesnakes are an iconic part of the American landscape, especially in the deserts of the Southwest, as well as the grasslands and rocky regions across much of the country. With their ominous ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Mojave rattlesnake might look like its cousin, the Western diamondback, but don’t be fooled. The Mojave rattlesnake packs one ...

Rattlesnakes are native to Shasta County and emerge in warm weather to bask in the sun. While venomous, rattlesnakes are shy and typically avoid humans and pets unless provoked. Residents can deter ...

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 ...