Fire and Arizona Native Snakes Don't Work Well Together
07.03.2026 01:00
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Fire and Arizona Native Snakes Don't Work Well Together
Mojave Rattlesnakes are common in flat, sandy or grassy areas in much of Arizona below the rim. Contrary to popular belief, they're not always (or even usually) green! Despite all the names that float around, Mojave Pink, Mojave Green, Black Mojave ... actual Mojaves around here usually brown or tan
Some kids walking into the library spotted this snake under the bridge walk way to the entrance of the public building.
Arizona has some amazing, large lizards. This brightly colored one is an Eastern Collared Lizard. Based on a number of factors, they may be any variation of bright greens, blues, yellows, and oranges.
Rattlesnake Caught by Doorway
Rattlesnake Tail Shaking During Release
A Southwestern Speckled Rattlesnake from the Phoenix area. In some locations, they can be a pretty brick red like this one. These are the second most commonly encountered rattlesnake by hikers in the central Phoenix parks.
A Rattlesnake Giving A Warning Rattle and Leaving
Double Rattlesnake Release
Easy Rattlesnake Capture
A Banded Rock Rattlesnake from southeastern Arizona. These snakes are typically quick to rattle and flee into cover. But due to their small size, it can sound more like an insect than a rattlesnake.
Rattlesnake Fight!
Rattlesnake Under Trashcan
Arizona Hikers’ Guide to Rattlesnake Safety
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It's that time of year! Based on many thousands of snake removal calls and countless field hours with wild rattlesnake populations in Arizona, this is what the start of rattlesnake season looks like. (Use this guide to help correct your local groups as the myth machine starts up again as well).
Nick found this Western Diamondback Rattlesnake hogging the bench in Catalina Foothills. Next to it: A classic sprintime kind of rattlesnake spot – a rock pile. Placed for erosion control, these piles often become rattlesnake dens.
A Western Diamondback Rattlesnake I found eating a rodent. Which order of these animals do you think kills more people in any given year in the US?
This gate has been modified to prevent rattlesnakes of any size or age from passing. As part of other modifications made to the fence, block wall, and other situation on the property: this backyard is ready for rattlesnake season.
Longnosed Snakes are very common throughout the urban/wild transition areas, and people find them in yards quite often.
A North Phoenix homeowner was about to grab landscaping tools in the corner of her garage when she noticed a baby Western Diamondback coiled just inside the door.
Big Bug Gets Loose On Me
Northern Cat-eyed Snake from late last year. This animal is found in thornscrub habiat throughout much of Central America just barely makes it into the United States, in south Texas.
No, rattlesnakes are not "coming out early" as you may see online when there is a (very normal) rattlesnake sighting this time of year. Regardless of what your uncle and the local news may say, rattlesnakes showing up this time of year is entirely normal and expected.
Snake's Bloody Defense
Rattlesnake Going Home
Snake removal from yesterday.
This beautiful Western Diamondback decided to take advantage of the wonderful cover found inside an open garage. The homeowner had left the garage open for several hours today and was alerted to the snake’s presence by the rattle.
Rattlesnake removal in Carefree, Arizona. The homeowner spotted this little Western Diamondback while taking out the trash. The garage door was right next to where the snake was seen, and there was a small gap in the corner that it may have used to slip in and out.
A Lucky Blacktailed Rattlesnake
TINY Baby Sidewinder
