With its impressive wingspan and dramatic dives for fish, it’s a beloved symbol of the Gulf Coast. Louisiana pinesnake (Pituophis ruthveni), Louisiana, USA (2011). Image by U.S. Fish and Wildlife ...

The event marks a pivotal moment in efforts to save the snake from extinction. The Louisiana pine snake (Pituophis ruthveni) is considered one of the rarest snakes in North America, with fewer than ...

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Gopher snakes can reach up to 9 feet long.