Curl up with a few snakes at Monroe County nature center Not
many cute and cuddly stuffed snakes can be found on the shelves
of toy stores. Most people would rather avoid snakes than
embrace them. See full article text On Saturday, Monroe County
Environmental Education Center wants to eliminate some of the
public's fear of reptiles when it presents "World of Snakes."
"Fourteen species of snakes are found in the Poconos, and they
are all native to the area," said Brian Hardiman, environmental
educator. "Snakes are an important part of the food chain as
predators and prey. Different species eat different prey. Some
snakes feed on insects, worms and slugs; others prefer mice,
rats and small mammals. Another species feeds on birds,
salamanders, frogs, toads and fish. Some snakes even eat other
snakes. In turn, snakes are also eaten by a number of different
animals." The 90-minute program will be inside at the center. It
will include a slide show focused on local Pocono species. The
main attraction, however, will