Despite being tragically misunderstood by most people, snakes are fascinating, diverse, and intelligent animals who deserve ...

Colorado has more than two dozen species of snakes, but only three are venomous. Do you know what to do if you find one? Here's what to know.

The western massasauga rattlesnake is mostly found in the southeast quadrant of the state in dry, sandy soil. They eat rodents and are smaller than a prairie rattlesnake at 18 to 30 inches.