June 23, 2008 Snakes more active in warmer weather Human
encroachment on wildlife habitat is the number one threat to
wildlife populations worldwide and snakes are no different.
Snakes are most active in the spring and early summer. They are
emerging from their wintering burrows (hibernation) and are
seeking food and it’s also the mating season. Human snake
encounters will diminish, as we get later into summer and the
weather warms, but they're still present. If a snake enters your
home or property and you believe you need professional
assistance, you may contact one of the many Nuisance Wildlife
Control Operators in South Carolina. These are private
contractors who provide a service for a fee. A complete county-
by-county list>>> "Snakes are our friends. Many species have a
voracious appetite for small rodents, rats and mice. These
rodents destroy food supplies and spread disease," said DNR
herpetologist Steve Bennett. "In fact the species most commonly
found around people’s homes, the rat snake, is probably