The yamakagashi is unique in that, although its teeth are ungrooved, it is venomous and stores steroidal toxins known as bufadienolides in specialized glands on its neck. However, it does not produce these toxins itself but sequesters them from venomous toads it consumes as prey. Furthermore...
We love Idaho and love the great outdoors that the gem state has to offer. Inevitably however, if you are outdoors enough, you will encounter a snake two. While many will run away from anything that slithers, it is helpful to know which snakes are common in Idaho and which ones are da...