DNR fisheries biologist Scott Heintzelman said females cross roadways in search of sandy areas to dig nests and sometimes ...

Michiganders traveling to the northern part of the state for Memorial Day weekend may be shocked at the extensive damage left from the historic ice storm that swept through in March.

Michigan is a beautiful state, and for the outdoor lover, it could be the perfect summer vacation destination. But any lover ...

Lake Erie, one of the region's five Great Lakes, lies on the southeast coast of Michigan. Here's what to know.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources, in tribute to the foul temper, prodigious pooping and other grating characteristics of Canada geese, had announced in March that it was planning to ...

That led scientists to conclude that the beginning of the evolutionary radiation of the modern groups, the point on the ...

Wildlife officials urge Michigan drivers to watch for turtles crossing roads this spring to help protect local turtle populations.

Late reptile expert Brian Barczyk's vision comes to life, as hopes rise for the entire stretch of Van Dyke Avenue.

POWELL COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT/Gray News) - A reptile zoo owner in Kentucky is recovering after being bitten on his hand by a Jameson’s mamba snake. Jim Harrison, co-director of the Kentucky Reptile ...

Michigan's snakes are are beneficial to the ecosystem and tend to avoid humans if possible. While Michigan is home to more than a dozen snake species, only one is venomous — and people rarely ...

Michigan has 18 snake species, most of which are harmless and beneficial to the ecosystem. Five common Michigan snakes include the Eastern garter, Eastern milk, Northern water, Eastern hog-nosed, and ...

As Michigan's weather warms up in the coming days, some of its cold-blooded residents will be slithering out of their winter hibernation spots. Experts say don't be startled or fearful, most ...