snakes

According to a three-continent study of 11 species of snakes, the number of reptiles is declining. Maybe so, but not in my backyard. Anecdotally speaking, it would seem that southern California rattlesnakes have reproduced with a vengeance this spring. Actually we're seeing last year's babies,...

For many a college student, their first pet is not just a loyal friend, but a symbol of independence and adulthood. As most dorms don't allow animals, the allure of moving out of student housing, or off campus, is strong. While an animal may seem like a good idea at first, they're like buying a...