Geography Of The World
The 4 Most Dangerous Bodies Of Water In Louisiana
Explore Louisiana’s most dangerous waterways, from the Mississippi River to Lake Pontchartrain, and learn why currents, storms, and industry raise the risks.
The Warmest Swimming Lakes in the United States
These swimmable lakes in the United States are unusually warm, due to factors like shallow depth, low elevation, and high air temperature.
The 5 Most Dangerous Bodies Of Water In New York
This guide explores some of New York’s most perilous bodies of water, offering insight and practical advice for anyone venturing in.
The 10 Smallest Countries In Asia By Area
These ten countries are the smallest in Asia by area, from the island nation of the Maldives to the economic hub of Kuwait.
6 Snake-Filled Waters In Kentucky
Discover more about Kentucky’s lakes and rivers, which shape prime snake habitat. Sightings are common, and you can learn how to observe safely.
5 of the Most Dangerous Bodies of Water in Texas
Texas's lakes and rivers, including well-known and lesser-known bodies, can be dangerous due to accidents and flash floods.
6 Snake-Filled Waters In New Mexico
Explore New Mexico’s rivers and reservoirs to learn where snakes gather, which habitats they use, and how to observe them safely along waterways.
The Most Snake Infested Rivers In Kentucky
Kentucky's rivers are filled with green vegetation and plenty of hidey-holes for a variety of snake species to work and play in.
8 Snake-Filled Waters In Oklahoma
Learn which Oklahoma lakes have the most snake sightings, including cottonmouths and rattlesnakes, and how to enjoy them safely.
The Most Beautiful Lake Islands in the United States
The United States is one of the most lake-rich countries in the world, and many of these lakes are large enough to support their own beautiful islands.
The Most Snake Infested Rivers In Oregon
These four rivers in Oregon are infested with snakes, home to all sorts of venomous and non-venomous species that you may need to watch out for.
How Many Lakes Are There in Canada vs the United States?
Canada has far more lakes than the United States. This data-backed comparison explains how lake counts vary by definition and size cutoff.
5 Snake-Filled Waters In Pennsylvania
While wading through Pennsylvania’s cool waters, know how to share the space with the creatures whose prehistoric ancestors settled in the waterways before us
4 Of The Most Snake Infested Rivers In Kansas
Explore Kansas’ rivers and their unique snake habitats, from the Kansas River to the Arkansas River, plus facts on species and safety tips.
8 Snake-Filled Waters In The United States
From coast to coast to coast, snakes can be found across the United States in lakes, rivers, and wetlands, playing an important role in a delicate ecosystem.
The Most Snake Infested Rivers In Wisconsin
Wisconsin is home to 21 different species of snakes, with 56,884 miles of rivers spanning the state. Find out which snakes call these rivers home.
The Most Snake Infested Rivers In Pennsylvania
The Susquehanna, Allegheny, and Delaware Rivers flow through Pennsylvania and are home to species such as queen snakes, watersnakes, and timber rattlesnakes.
5 Snake-Filled Waters In Florida
Snakes thrive in the warm and shallow waters of these five bodies of water in Florida. From cottonmouths to water snakes, each is home to many species.
The 4 Most Snake-Infested Rivers In Idaho
Idaho's rivers are hotspots for many snake species, including some small, beautiful, nonvenomous species that play important roles in the ecosystem.
6 Snake-Filled Waters In New Hampshire
New Hampshire's slow-moving rivers and large lakes house semi-aquatic snakes like ribbon snakes, northern water snakes, and smooth green snakes.
The Most Dangerous Lakes in the United States
Six dangerous U.S. lakes, Michigan, Mead, Crater, Okeechobee, Lanier, Tahoe, pose risks due to currents, cold, weather, hazards, and history.
5 Snake-Filled Waters In Kansas
Kansas rivers and lakes support diverse snake populations. Learn where water snakes are commonly found and how to enjoy these areas safely.
6 Snake-Filled Waters In Oregon
Oregon’s rivers and lakes support diverse snake species. Learn where garter snakes, boas, and rattlesnakes are most often seen near water.
6 Snake-Filled Waters In New Jersey
A variety of aquatic snakes can be found in New Jersey's lakes, rivers, and wetlands, but luckily, most are harmless to humans.
5 Of The Most Snake Infested Rivers In Florida
Explore Florida’s most snake-infested rivers, from the St. Johns to the Withlacoochee, and learn which snake species thrive in these diverse waterways.
6 Snake-Filled Waters In Virginia
Virginia waterways harbor abundant water snakes, from swamps and marshes to rivers and reservoirs, offering prime wildlife viewing.
6 Of The Most Snake Infested Rivers In Arizona
From garter snakes to rattlesnakes, see which species thrive along Arizona’s major rivers and why these waterways are prime snake habitats.
The Longest Peninsulas on the Great Lakes
While there is no official number of how many peninsulas are in the Great Lakes region, these 10 are the biggest peninsulas in the Great Lakes area by length.
4 US Rivers That Are Drying Up Fast
Four major US rivers, the Colorado, San Rafael, Mississippi, and Rio Grande, are rapidly shrinking, threatening ecosystems, agriculture, and water supply.
5 Snake-Filled Waters In Missouri
Missouri is full of waterways, from hundreds of lakes to the largest rivers in the country, and those waterways contain numerous distinctive snake species.
7 Snake-Filled Waters In Arizona
Whether kayaking the Colorado River or swimming to Lake Mohave’s hidden coves, spine-tingling thrills in the form of snakes are inescapable.
6 Snake-Filled Waters In Minnesota
Whether you're planning a paddling trip, a bluff-top hike, or a family day at a shallow lake, these are six snake-filled bodies of water across Minnesota.
6 Snake-Filled Waters In Washington
Washington lakes and rivers host abundant snakes, from garter snakes to rattlesnakes. Learn where they thrive and how to stay safe along the shore.
Why Some Lakes Are Disappearing Forever
Shrinking and vanishing lakes are a result of water overuse and shifting climate patterns, highlighting how human decisions influence the future of freshwater systems.
5 Most Snake-Filled Waters In South Carolina
South Carolina's slow-moving, wooded waterways are perfect for aquatic and semi-aquatic snake species, who sun, hunt, and hide along the banks.
6 Snake-Filled Waters In Massachusetts
Massachusetts ponds and rivers support a range of native snake species. This guide outlines where these reptiles thrive along the state’s waterways.
5 Snake-Filled Waters In Colorado
Whether they excite you or send shivers down your spine, it’s important to know which Colorado waters are teeming with snakes.
Why the Source of the Nile River Was a Mystery for Thousands of Years
The Nile's source was a mystery for millennia due to its incredibly complex basin, challenging terrain, , limited exploration tech, and political/cultural factor.
5 Snake-Filled Waters In Alabama
Alabama's waterways are home to dozens of snake species, including six venomous species, as well as unusual species like rainbow snakes.
3 Of The Most Snake Infested Rivers In New Mexico
The Rio Grande, Gila, and Pecos rivers provide some of the best habitat for snakes in the state of New Mexico. Fortunately, most species are harmless.