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🐍 Do snakes want to bite us, or are they just defending themselves?
New research led by Dr. Hiral Naik explores how 4 medically important species respond to threats—revealing that snakes prefer escape, but escalation depends on a few factors.
Read more: savethesnakes.org/2026/10/27…
🐍 400+ experts, 45+ countries, 1 mission! 🌍
Save The Snakes was proud to sponsor the World Congress on Snakes in Sri Lanka—supporting student delegates & collaborating on global conservation for 2026–2029.
Read more:
savethesnakes.org/2026/10/22…
Today is #ReptileAwarenessDay! 🦎
Challenge yourself to learn about a native snake or reptile near you. Turning fear into fascination is how we build a safer world for humans and wildlife alike.
Support community-led snake conservation: savethesnakes.org/donate 🐍
Real conservation starts with local communities! As a community-based organization, Save The Snakes empowers leaders worldwide to tackle human-snake conflict in their own regions. 🌍
Meet our incredible 2026 Grant Recipients and their projects:
savethesnakes.org/2026/10/06…
Standards in herpetology evolve!
Modern conservation prioritizes tool-based handling over direct restraint like gripping behind the head.
Animal Welfare ➡️ Protects cranial & spinal structures
Risk Mitigation ➡️ Lowers bite risks
Public Education ➡️ Replaces sensationalism
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As leaders in snake conservation, Save The Snakes models safety & professionalism. Using hooks & restraint tubes protects handlers and wildlife alike. 💚
🎓 Learn modern handling protocols in our training program: savethesnakes.org/training
#Herpetology #SaveTheSnakes
Join Save The Snakes in Costa Rica (July 2027)!
Explore rainforests, spot wildlife with expert biologists, and visit top antivenom facilities, all while supporting global snake conservation.
Limited to 12 spots!
savethesnakes.org/travel
📸 Eyelash Pitviper by George Quiroga
"Snake envenoming has remained hidden for too long. Better data cannot solve the problem, but can help ensure that antivenom, healthcare services and prevention efforts reach the communities that need them most."
theconversation.com/snakebit…
🐍 Think you know your snakes? Test your skills for science! 🧪
Take the Snake ID Challenge III to help researchers train tools for snakebite treatment & species conservation.
🗓 Oct 5 – Nov 30
🏆 Win books & HerpMapper badges!
🚫 No AI allowed
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🐍 ANNOUNCING OUR 2026 GRANTEES! 🌍
To celebrate 9 years of Save The Snakes, we’re funding a new cohort of grant recipients! From protecting endangered vipers to community education & human-snake conflict resolution, these projects are creating real, lasting change. 🧵👇
📊 To date, we’ve supported 49 projects across 21 countries! Snake conservation remains critically underfunded globally, but your support bridges this gap & saves lives. 💚
📖 Read about our 2026 Grantees:
savethesnakes.org/blog
#SaveTheSnakes #SnakeConservation
Happy World Animal Day! 🌍🐍
Today we celebrate all wildlife and the vital roles they play in our shared world.
Snakes quietly keep ecosystems balanced by controlling pests and supporting healthy food webs. ⬇️
When we trade fear for understanding, both communities and wildlife thrive.
Join us in celebrating World Animal Day by downloading our free Guide for Coexistence:
savethesnakes.org/coexist 🐍
#WorldAnimalDay #SaveTheSnakes #Coexistence #WildlifeConservation
Inspired at the IUCN World Congress on Snakes in Sri Lanka! 🌏🐍
Save The Snakes' Dr. Hiral Naik & Conservation Partner Kamal Devkota joined global leaders to advance snake conservation & human safety.
Here's why Hiral's talk matters 👇
Dr. Naik presented on uniting science & society to reduce human-snake conflict. Protecting snakes isn't just about species data—it's about transforming human attitudes through community education to save lives & ecosystems.
Learn more: savethesnakes.org
Yesterday, Save The Snakes Founder & Executive Director Michael Starkey attended the @30x30CA Partnership Summit at @calacademy! 🌿🐍
Protecting 30% of California’s land by 2030 is key to safeguarding species like the giant gartersnake, CA’s State Snake.
Read our recap 👇
True conservation takes collaboration. By building strong bridges with state partners, we ensure snake conservation & coexistence remain front & center in CA land management.
Full article:
savethesnakes.org/2026/09/30… 🤝
#30x30California #SaveTheSnakes
Fake snake news? 🐍💻
A viral report of a Gaboon viper in a SoCal tree recently caused mass panic & wild headlines. In reality, the image was AI-generated!
Herpetologists flagged the hoax immediately: Gaboon vipers are heavy-bodied & terrestrial, not climbing trees 👇
Rampant fear often comes from sensational hoaxes rather than reality. In truth, snakes aren't out to get us, and understanding them keeps everyone safe.
Trust the experts! Download our free Guide for Coexistence:
savethesnakes.org/coexist 🤝
Fall is officially here in the Northern Hemisphere! 🍂🐍
As temperatures drop in CA and beyond, snakes shift their activity patterns—moving from night foraging to daytime basking in warm, sunny spots.
Here's how to stay snake-safe on autumn trails 👇
🍂 Watch your step—leaves hide resting snakes.
☀️ Expect afternoon sightings on sunny rocks & trails.
🐕 Keep dogs leashed.
🏡 Clear leaf piles near home.
Get your free guide for coexistence here: savethesnakes.org/coexist 🐍