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Save The Snakes is dedicated exclusively to #snake #conservation and human-snake conflict mitigation. Together we can #SaveTheSnakes.
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Don't let their reputation fool you! Snakes are ecological rockstars! They keep ecosystems healthy, provide natural pest control, and even inspire life-saving medicines!

Learn more about these amazing animals ⬇️
savethesnakes.org/why-snakes 🐍
#wildlifeconservation

📸 Gaboon viper (Bitis gabonica)
November 29, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Happy SnakesGiving! 🧡🐍

We're deeply grateful for snakes—nature's pest control, medical heroes, & ecosystem balancers.

And Thank You, our community of dedicated supporters! We couldn't save the snakes without you. 🙏

👉 Support Save The Snakes:
savethesnakes.org/how-to-help
November 27, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Mojave rattlesnakes are magnificent! Learn more about them here:
👉 savethesnakes.org/2025/11/25/t...
November 25, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Despite myths and legends, the Mojave rattlesnake isn’t aggressive–it’s misunderstood. They avoid danger and defend when necessary. This beautiful desert snake plays a key ecological role and deserves curiosity, not fear.

Explore their habitat with us:
👉 savethesnakes.org/travel
November 25, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Want to make a real difference for snake conservation globally? 🐍 Save The Snakes relies on passionate people like you to protect these incredible animals and their habitats!

Find your way to support us and take action today:
savethesnakes.org/how-to-help

#SaveTheSnakes #WildlifeConservation
November 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Did you know? Snakes enter brumation (dormancy) in winter! 🐍❄️

Snakes, being cold-blooded, slow down and seek shelter, but may bask on warm days.

Safety Tip: Give snakes space and Keep property clean! More tips to peacefully coexist: ➡️
savethesnakes.org/2025/11/15/s...
November 15, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Join our Research and Conservation Manager Hiral Naik for Snakes! Research Day. She will be speaking about our work from around the world which focuses on integrating science and society.

Presentations are online at 8am CST on 20 Nov 2025. Register here:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
November 12, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Snakes aren't scary, they are a vital part of our ecosystem! 🌎 They control pests (like rodents) and are a food source for other animals. Let's replace fear with respect.

Learn how to safely coexist and protect these incredible animals:
savethesnakes.org/coexist
November 7, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Adventure calls! 📞 Save The Snakes Ecotours 2026 are open!

Choose your journey: 🏜️ CA Deserts (May) 🦒 South Africa Safari (Nov/Dec)

Every trip funds vital conservation. See the world, save wildlife. 🐍

Learn more:
savethesnakes.org/travel

#Ecotourism #WildlifeConservation
November 3, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Forget the ghosts. Your Halloween heroes are snakes! 🐍 They're the ultimate natural pest control, keeping rodents (and their diseases) out of your pantry. They are more treat than trick—respect and celebrate their essential, lifesaving work for a balanced ecosystem. Happy Halloween! 🎃🧡
October 31, 2025 at 7:26 PM
October Wins! 🤩 We secured California State Snake status for the threatened Giant Gartersnake (huge for student education!), funded heroes in 🇲🇽 🇰🇪 🇲🇲, and raised awareness for the imperiled Southern Hognose Snake.

Your support makes this possible!

Read the full story:
www.savethesnakes.org/blog
October 30, 2025 at 4:09 PM
🚨 DEADLINE OCT 28! Help save the Southern Hognose Snake!

USFWS proposed a Threatened listing, but we need your comment to finalize it. Take urgent conservation action!

📝 Submit your comment now: www.regulations.gov/document/FWS...

👉 Suggested comment & details: savethesnakes.org/2025/10/22/s...
October 22, 2025 at 9:12 PM
It's #NationalReptileAwarenessDay! 🐍 Snakes are important, let's appreciate the vital role they play in our ecosystems.

Join us in celebrating and protecting these misunderstood animals. Learn more, support our work, and promote peaceful coexistence: www.savethesnakes.org
October 21, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Live, work, or hike in rattlesnake country? 🐍 Your best tool is knowledge!

Join Save The Snakes on October 25 for our Rattlesnake Safety & Awareness Workshop. Learn bite prevention, first aid, and humane handling. For pros, amateurs, and homeowners!

Register today:
savethesnakes.org/training
October 18, 2025 at 6:03 PM
🎉 We're proud to announce the 2025 Save The Snakes Grant Recipients! We are supporting three conservationists in Kenya, Mexico, and Myanmar, protecting snakes and solving human-snake conflict issues.

Read their stories:
savethesnakes.org/2025/10/10/t...

#SaveTheSnakes #WildlifeConservation
October 14, 2025 at 12:08 PM
HUGE NEWS! Gov. Newsom signed SB 765, officially designating the Giant Gartersnake (Thamnophis gigas) as California's State Snake! 🐍👑

This historic win results from a multi-year effort with Senator Roger Niello & California Rice Commission.

#CAStateSnake #GiantGartersnake #Thamnophisgigas
October 10, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Cooler Fall weather means snakes are moving more in CA. 🐍 Be ready! Learn safe handling & ID at our venomous snake training on Oct 25. Register now! Limited space! #SaveTheSnakes

👉 www.savethesnakes.org/training
October 5, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Rest in Peace, Dr. Jane Goodall. She taught the world that compassion must extend to every species. Her work will inspire our fight for snake conservation forever.

Read the full statement from our Founder:
savethesnakes.org/blog
October 2, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Ready for some snake-citing updates? 🐍

Don't miss out on the latest news, conservation efforts, and incredible stories from our team! Subscribe to the Save The Snakes newsletter today:

savethesnakes.org/newsletter

📸 Crotalus horridus

#SaveTheSnakes #Snakes #WildlifeConservation #Newsletter
October 1, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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
September 24, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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...
September 22, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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
September 19, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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.
September 15, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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
September 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM
🐍 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
September 9, 2025 at 6:14 PM