Author: Chelsea Roman

Chelsea resides in Sherman, CT. She is a wife and mother to three boys that share her passion for wildlife. She has studied herpetology for most of her life. Chelsea teaches a free class on native snakes biannually, and takes great pride in helping others understand these misunderstood animals. She is very thankful for the team of staff that make WSED such a valuable resource, and for the public like you who are willing to learn more!

Hibernation vs. Brumation: Changing Seasons

Baby “yellow phase” Timber Rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus) venturing a short distance from its birthing rookery. Found and photographed Oct 2018 by Mark Lotterhand.

What do snakes do when it gets cold? In locations with temperate and subtropical climates, snakes take various cues both from their environment and internally as winter approaches. There is no exact timeframe or duration, rather a group of exogenous and endogenous changes that tell snakes it is time to reduce activity and overwinter. ChangeRead More