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RAPID CITY, S.D. - There are a variety of snakes found in the Black Hills, including the prairie rattlesnake, the only venomous snake found in the state of South Dakota.
There are now reports that snakes are leaving brumation, a state similar to hibernation, and becoming increasingly active in the pleasant spring weather.
As we move into spring, venomous snakes in Arizona are beginning to wake up. What you need to know to keep your family and pets safe.
>> takes place every year. why would you do it? >> why would you want to do this? they will explain i guess. >> gives me the heebie-jeebies. it takes place every year in austin, texas. it may not be for everyone but organizers say it is really an event about snake safety. how to retreat safely if you encounter a rattler. and how to treat snakebites. the rattlesnake roundup is a way to control the population as well which has been causing harm to local farmers and ranchers. >> they freak me out. i don't even like to look at video of rattlesnakes. >> i'm not a snake guy. i have an issue with sna...