Summer is here, and with the warmer weather people are beginning to spend more time at creeks, rivers, and lakes. While there you may encounter many different types of wildlife from crawdads, fish, ...

MISSOURI – With spring is full swing and summer not too far away, those that frequent the outdoors are bound to see more snakes slithering in the Show-Me State. Snakes come out to play during the ...

When the temperatures reach towards triple digits, many people try to beat the heat with some source of cool water. This may mean donning the trunks or swimsuit and finding the nearest pool, sipping ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is hosting a virtual program for people to learn about the different species of watersnakes. According to an MDC press release, the ...

JOPLIN, Mo. — Some folks had a chance to get up close and learn more about snakes Tuesday at Schifferdecker Park. It’s part of the Conservation in the Park series, hosted by the Missouri Department of ...

Tiger-Lily, a famed two-headed western rat snake that’s been touring the state of Missouri, will continue her trip after a successful surgery. According to the Missouri Department of Conservation, the ...

BRANSON - The Missouri Department of Conservation's (MDC) Shepard of Hills Conservation Center will hold a unique event for reptile enthusiasts this month. The MDC will hold a birthday party for a two ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -A woman from Eugene, Mo., found a black rat snake in the hood of her car while driving her son to baseball practice. According to the Missouri Department of Conservation, the ...