Meet Johnny Cash, the rattlesnake ambassador at our Sacramento Conservation Center in Sacramento, California! Symbolically adopt him to help protect snakes and their habitats worldwide. Learn more and get involved at www.savethesnakes.org/adopt. #SaveTheSnakes #WildlifeConservation

Come see #SaveTheSnakes at the Wildlife Conservation Expo in San Francisco! 🐍 We'll be tabling on Sat, Oct 4, to share our global snake conservation efforts. Discover what it takes to save endangered species & learn how conservation is changing the world: events.wcnexpo.org/en/6A2fTG6/2...

Today is #SnakebiteAwarenessDay. Each year, 2.7 million people suffer from a serious #snakebite envenomation. Learn how education helps prevent bites and join our mission to save lives and snakes by visiting our new Virtual Museum! savethesnakes.org/virtual-museum

Venomous #SnakeBite 🐍 causes an estimated 80,000 to 140,000 deaths every year and over 240,000 victims of permanent disabilities. No one should have to die or suffer from disability due to venom poisoning bit.ly/Ssssnake

The tail-end of snake season is in full swing in California! 🐍 Want to learn how to safely handle and identify venomous snakes? Join our expert-led programs and get the training you need! Become a snake-safe professional and sign up today at www.savethesnakes.org/training.

Join Save The Snakes founder Michael Starkey and other experts TODAY for a panel on California's incredible biodiversity! The event is from 12-1 PM PDT. Don't miss it! Register to join at: ca-water-gov.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #BiodiversityWeek #CaliforniaConservation #Biodiversity #SaveTheSnakes

🐍 Calling all nature lovers! 🌵 Discover #California's unique desert #biodiversity with Save The Snakes! Join our Deserts of California ecotour for an unforgettable adventure & support conservation. Learn more: www.savethesnakes.org/travel #SupportConservation #WildlifeConservation

Celebrate #CABiodiversityDay! 🐍 Our state is a biodiversity hotspot, home to incredible snakes like the stunning 📸 California Mountain Kingsnake. They're vital to healthy ecosystems! Find a #CABiodiversityWeek event near you: www.californianature.ca.gov/pages/biodiv... #SaveTheSnakes #California

Up for an unapologetically fun and uplifting conversation about nature?🤔 Join us on Wednesday (9/10) at noon as we geek-out about the incredible range of life in our Golden State! 🍄‍🟫🐍🪷 Register for the zoom convo here👉🏼 ca-water-gov.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Join us for #CABiodiversityDay at Camp Pollock this Sat, 9/6! 🐍 Learn about snakes from our team, explore the American river, be inspired by California's 30x30 initiative, and more. It's free, but RSVP! sacramentovalleyconservancy.org/event/bio-20... #SaveTheSnakes #Sacramento #30x30

🚨 We've restocked our Bonfire store with shirts featuring stunning artwork from a variety of talented artists. All designs are on eco-friendly materials and come in all sizes. Your purchase helps fund snake conservation! 🐍 Shop now: www.bonfire.com/store/saveth...

Our very own Amy Brumbaugh from Save The Snakes was featured on the @gatherofgatherings.bsky.social podcast! On this episode, "A Rhumba of Rattlesnakes," Amy speaks about her passion for these incredible, misunderstood animals. A must-listen for all wildlife lovers! 🎙️🐍⬇️ buzzsprout.com/2425738

“While people may fear snakes, they’re critically important animals for our world,” Michael Starkey, founder and executive director of Save The Snakes, told The Sacramento Bee. “We need snakes.” www.sacbee.com/news/local/a...

As California's seasons change, so does snake behavior! Learn how to safely coexist with snakes at our upcoming events. We're hosting info tables at local nature festivals and offering venomous training programs. Find a Save The Snakes event near you: savethesnakes.org/events

Join Save The Snakes' Founder, Michael Starkey, this Saturday, August 30th from 10-11 AM for a live snake presentation at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center in Sacramento, CA! Register here: www.effieyeawnature.org/events-calen... 🐍 #EffieYeawNatureCenter #Sacramento #WildlifeEducation

Happy #NationalDogDay from Save The Snakes! 🐾 We're celebrating our favorite slithery friends, and that includes the dog-faced water snake, Cerberus rynchops, from South and Southeast Asia! This reptile reminds us that snakes, like dogs, come in all shapes and sizes. www.savethesnakes.org #DogDay

This Lesser Sunda Islands pit viper is a testament to nature's beauty! While this species is not threatened, many snakes are. Your support helps us protect snakes globally by funding education & conservation efforts. Join the mission to save snakes! savethesnakes.org/donate

We are excited to present our first scientific publication on Project RattleCam! 1/5 The article is available for free download here: www.frontiersin.org/articles/10....

Myth: All snakes are dangerous. Fact: Most snakes are non-venomous and harmless to people. Let's bust the myths and learn to coexist. Get the facts on how to live with these incredible animals! 🐍 📸 Eastern Coralsnake (venomous) 👉 savethesnakes.org/coexist #Coexist #Wildlife #SaveTheSnakes

Happy #NationalNonprofitDay! 🐍 Save The Snakes is dedicated to snake conservation and human-snake conflict mitigation. Our mission is to help humans and snakes peacefully coexist. THANK YOU for your support! ❤️ Learn more: www.savethesnakes.org #SaveTheSnakes #Conservation #Wildlife

Be prepared! Snake season is still here. Learn to coexist safely with rattlesnakes with our Venomous Snake Training Program: 🐍 Level 1 Certification Course: Sept 27-28 🐍 Rattlesnake Safety & Awareness Workshop: Oct 25 Details & registration info here: savethesnakes.org/training

Attention snake conservationists! This is your last chance to apply for a Save The Snakes grant. The application period for our grant program closes on August 31, 2025. For more information and to apply, visit www.savethesnakes.org/grants.

In this episode, Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. Hiral Naik, Research and Conservation Manager for @savethesnakes.org, for a fascinating discussion on venomous snakes and human-wildlife conflict in South Africa.

Happy #InternationalCatDay! 🐾 Keep your cat safe by keeping them indoors. This prevents encounters with venomous snakes and protects native wildlife. A simple choice for a longer, healthier life for your feline friend and safer snakes. Learn more at www.savethesnakes.org. #PetSafety #CatDay

MYTH: Snakes will chase people? 🚫 REALITY: They are shy and only strike in self-defense. Give them space, and they will go on their way! 📸 Green keelback (Rhabdophis plumbicolor) www.savethesnakes.org #SaveTheSnakes #MythBuster #SnakeSafety

Protecting snakes is crucial for humans & the planet! 🐍 They control pests, prevent disease spread, & their venom contributes to life-saving medicines. Let's champion these misunderstood creatures for a healthier ecosystem. Learn why they matter: savethesnakes.org/why-snakes #Conservation #Wildlife

Huge thanks to Project RattleCam! 🐍 Their live webcams offer a real-time peek into rattlesnake lives, busting myths & building appreciation. Learn about snakes without disturbance! Watch live: rattlecam.org #SaveTheSnakes #RattleCam #SnakeConservation

Happy Nag Panchami! 🐍 Celebrated by Hindus, Jains, & Buddhists across South Asia, it's a day of traditional snake worship. A beautiful example of snakes revered in many cultures. Learn more & support conservation: www.savethesnakes.org #NagPanchami #SnakeConservation #SaveTheSnakes

Ready for adventure? 🐍✈️ Join Save The Snakes in 2026 for ecotours to California & South Africa! Explore stunning wildlife (📸 Mozambique spitting cobra by Hiral Naik) & support snake conservation. Spaces limited! Learn more: savethesnakes.org/travel #Ecotourism #WildlifeTravel #SaveTheSnakes

Want to help snakes? 🐍 Explore all the ways to make a difference: donate, volunteer, adopt, or spread the word! Every action helps protect these vital creatures. Learn more: www.savethesnakes.org/how-to-help #SaveTheSnakes #SnakeConservation #HowToHelp

Save The Snakes Grants: Funding for global snake conservation & research! 🐍✨ Applications currently available for projects worldwide. Apply by August 31, 2025! ➡️ savethesnakes.org/grants #SnakeConservation #WildlifeConservation #WildlifeGrants #YearoftheSnake #SnakeWeek #WorldSnakeDay

Thrilled with the success of the 2025 virtual World Snake Day Symposium! 🐍 Experts shared incredible insights on snake conservation & human-snake conflict mitigation from around the globe. Watch the full recording here: youtu.be/D7dhpbu13rc #WorldSnakeDay #SaveTheSnakes #YearOfTheSnake #SnakeWeek

World Snake Day 2025! 🐍✨ Snakes are vital! They balance ecosystems & control pests. Let's celebrate them this #WorldSnakeDay. Learn more & support the snake conservation efforts of Save The Snakes. Protect these amazing animals! 🌎🧡 savethesnakes.org #SaveTheSnakes #YearOfTheSnake #SnakeWeek!

🐍 The virtual World Snake Day Symposium is happening now! Join us: savethesnakes.org/worldsnakeday. High interest may hit video capacity, but don't worry, a recording will be on our YouTube channel soon! #WorldSnakeDay #SaveTheSnakes #SnakeWeek #WildlifeConservation #YearoftheSnake

Big news! 🤩 Save The Snakes is launching 2026 Ecotours: 🏜️ Deserts of California & 🦒 South Africa Experience nature, see wildlife, & support conservation directly! Learn more & sign up: savethesnakes.org/travel #SaveTheSnakes #WorldSnakeDay #Wildlife #Travel #SnakeWeek #Conservation #Ecotourism

It's #SnakeWeek! 🐍 From July 13-19, we're celebrating snakes and their vital role in our ecosystems. Let's replace fear with understanding and champion coexistence. Learn how you can get involved and find events at snakeweek.org #SnakeWeek2025 #SaveTheSnakes

Our hearts are with Texas. Floods displace snakes seeking dry ground. Stay safe: avoid floodwaters, watch your step, give snakes space. If bitten, seek immediate medical help. Find full safety tips here: savethesnakes.org/2025/07/09/f... #TexasFloods #WildlifeSafety #Snakebite

Join us on July 16 for our #WorldSnakeDay Symposium! Register now to learn from Save The Snakes' global network of Conservation Partners and together we will share messages on why snakes are so important! #SnakeWeek #WildlifeConservation #Snakes savethesnakes.org/events/sts-w...

For #SummerOfSnakes: Meet California's Giant Gartersnake! 🐍 Found only in our Central Valley, their population dropped 90%. We're working to make it California's official State Snake! Learn more: www.savethesnakes.org/ggs #SaveTheSnakes

Rising temps mean more snake encounters in CA! 🐍 Empower yourself with knowledge. Our venomous snake training covers identification, safe practices & first aid. Sign up now! 👇 savethesnakes.org/training #SnakeAwareness #SaveTheSnakes #California

📣 Snake conservation champions! 🐍 Got a project protecting snakes or reducing human-snake conflict? Our grant programs have funding available! Apply today & help empower a future where snakes thrive. savethesnakes.org/grants #SnakeConservation #Grants #SaveTheSnakes 📸 Jane C F de Oliveira

🐍 Our #SummerOfSnakes begins with the King Cobra! 👑🐍 Longest venomous snake (up to 18 ft!), fierce nest protectors, & snake-eaters. They face habitat loss & poaching. Help Save The Snakes partner Kamal Devkota protect them in Nepal! 👉 savethesnakes.org/2022/04/05/s...

Love snakes? So do we! ❤️ Help us make a real difference for these often-misunderstood animals. Your support to Save The Snakes directly funds our global conservation work, from protecting endangered species to educating communities. Every contribution, big or small, helps. savethesnakes.org/donate

As temps soar, snakes seek refuge from the heat! 🥵 They'll look for cool, shady spots & water. 👀 Be aware outdoors ✨ Clear yard clutter 🚫 NEVER approach! Give space 📞 Call a pro if concerned savethesnakes.org/2025/06/24/s... #SaveTheSnakes #WildlifeSafety #HotWeatherTips #Coexist

Happy Solstice! ☀️ Our #SummerOfSnakes kicks off now! Get ready for a season of amazing snake facts, photos, & conservation tips. Let's celebrate these reptiles all summer! 🐍 savethesnakes.org 📸 Grass snake (Natrix natrix)

Time's running out for snakes! 💔 21% of reptiles face extinction (Nature, 2022/IUCN Red List). Habitat loss, climate change, and persecution are culprits. Help Save The Snakes protect them! Every share, donation, voice helps. Learn more: savethesnakes.org #SaveTheSnakes #ProtectWildlife

🐍 Level up your snake game! 🐍 Learn to safely coexist with venomous snakes. Save The Snakes offers expert-led courses on identification, safe handling, and snakebite first aid for pros & enthusiasts. Spaces fill fast—strike now! ➡️ savethesnakes.org/training #VenomousSnakeTraining

"In April 2025, Fred Kraus of the University of Michigan published a study in Zootaxa identifying four new tree snakes in the genus Dendrelaphis, each endemic to a different island in the Louisiade and Woodlark archipelagos in PNG’s Milne Bay." news.mongabay.com/short-articl...

Rattlesnake season is HERE in CA! 🐍 Are you prepared for encounters? Learn how to safely coexist with these vital reptiles. Check out our organization's training & resources! ➡️ savethesnakes.org/training ➡️ savethesnakes.org/2019/05/04/l... #RattlesnakeSafety #SaveTheSnakes #California

Weekend ready! ✨ Just like you, snakes embody a unique beauty. As you enjoy your time in nature, keep an eye out for the slithery wonders around you! Interested in learning more about snakes? Subscribe to our newsletter👇🐍 savethesnakes.org/newsletter #SaveTheSnakes #WeekendVibes