Officials are urging “understanding” over “fear” after a federally protected snake was recently found killed at the Matthaei ...

The Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake is Michigan's only venomous snake. Despite its title, experts say the snake is a shy ...

"Sadly, we recently found one that had been killed ... are themselves prey for large birds. The snakes typically live in wetland habitats in southern Michigan and lowland coniferous forests ...

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“These snakes play a vital role in the ecosystem ... The eastern massasauga rattlesnake is the only venomous snake found in Michigan. It’s also one of the state’s threatened species.