Conservation Expo returns with live animals, local wildlife organizations The Northern Arizona Conservation Expo returns for ...

In Arizona, rattlesnakes aren’t just desert dwellers — they’re practically celebrities. With 13 species slithering around, they’ve earned their spot as an unofficial symbol of the Southwest. The ...

Part museum, part zoo, part art studio, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum has brought Tucson residents closer to desert wildlife for more than 60 years. Beyond an appreciation for the beauty of our ...

Arizona has many venomous and scary-looking snakes, not to mention we also have some of the biggest snakes as well. The gopher snake is the undisputed heavyweight champion of Arizona snakes, often ...

Quick Take Tiger rattlesnakes reach about 35.9 inches and live in Arizona and northwestern Mexico. They are small but highly venomous desert snakes. They prefer rocky terrain and rely on camouflage.

Snake season in Arizona typically runs from March through October when warmer temperatures bring them out. If you encounter a snake, it is best to back away slowly and calmly, as they generally only ...