An unexpected little Arizona Black Rattlesnake I photographed right before a storm flooded the area. It was only in the bucket for a moment to get it off the busy road. After, it was released off in the direction it was headed when found.

As they usually do, a Western Diamondback Rattlesnake took cover in a patio fridge/grill structure. These stand-alone units often provide easy cover for all kinds of animals, which includes rattlesnakes.

A beautiful cornsnake was spotted cruising around a Gilbert backyard. This is an escaped or released pet, and not what Marissa expected when heading out to capture an orange snake.

Materials added to this view fence, along with work on the gates, drains, and other entrances, will make this backyard less rattlesnake-friendly this year. More information on Rattlesnake Fencing: rattlesnakesolutions.com/keep-snakes-aw…

A pair of Arizona Ridgenosed Rattlesnakes from a rocky hillside in southeastern Arizona.

A small Western Diamondback Rattlesnake takes advantage of some shade before the area resembles the surface of the sun a few hours later. Summer is challenging for animals, and it's no wonder they take advantage of generously supplied cover and water through unsealed backyards.

The family dogs discovered this Western Diamondback Rattlesnake taking advantage of a shaded patio. The homeowner was alarmed by the commotion, and thankfully, she got everyone inside before anyone was hurt. The snake was relocated to a safer situation for all involved.

A Texas Indigo Snake found in the southern-most part of the state a few years back.

Rattlesnake fencing was just installed at this property. It can be seen from an angle ... kinda. In fact, the most common criticism we get online is from people who can't see the mesh between the larger bars ;) Thanks for helping prove the point!

A Southwestern Speckled Rattlesnake waiting for an unlucky animal to come along in Phoenix. These locations are carefully selected, often after tracking a scent trail for some distance to find an ideal ambush situation.

Rattlesnakes Discovered Under A House youtube.com/watch?v=s0NFEK…

A faded New Mexico Ridgenosed Rattlesnake from Mexico a few years back. This rattlesnake is one of the only federally protected rattlesnake species (a list that should include more) within its limited range within the United States.

A Banded Rock Rattlesnake from the bootheel of New Mexico a couple of years back. They look great in this region, as this large adult shows.

Arizona Black Rattlesnake rattles defensively.

PSA.

Tricky Backyard Snake Search Relocation calls are often not simple, and sometimes the snakes are not found. Nick does a great job here in scouring the property and finding the missing culprit. buff.ly/3L2AyXt

Our local baby Chuckwalla wishes it could come in and enjoy the AC with us.

The OG Rattlesnake Solutions We found a California Kingsnake wandering around our property recently. Yes, Kingsnakes do eat rattlesnakes, but they also eat ... everything else that they can capture and fit in their mouths. youtube.com/watch?v=a3455C…

An Arizona Black Rattlesnake in ambush on a flat rock in a narrow path leading to an isolated water hole. During the summer, the only available water in an area is often in the form of small, opaque pools persisting in deep holes, eroded into granite underlying dry washes.