The news has been full of stories about snakes turning up where they don't belong, probably due to warming temperatures as a somewhat late and feeble spring finally takes hold.

In Mississippi, county employees are freaking out over harmless little brown snakes "invading" the local courthouse basement file room. Read more...

More than 100 gartner snakes have been found in a Canadian hospital. Read more...

Connecticut wildlife agencies have some advice for people who are fearful of snakes. “Snakes are probably some of the most misunderstood animals,” said Laura Saucier, a wildlife technician with the DEEP Wildlife Division. “There is no need to fear or hate these reptiles. If you leave snakes alone, they will leave you alone.” Read more...

We couldn't have said it better.

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