From climbing fences to hunting in treetops, uncover the fascinating habits of local creatures.

All stories below were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists. There are 38 species of snakes in NC, and a couple of them are expert climbers. | Published June 6, 2024 | Read Full ...

The owner of hundreds of snakes and rats being raised inside a Queensbury apartment is now facing five counts of animal cruelty. Thomas Goodspeed breeds the exotic snakes and sells them ...

Most of the remaining areas in Eastern NC remain in moderate drought status. The only improved conditions are the I-95 counties over the last few weeks. The previous drought monitor map through ...

Every year the Humane Society of Eastern North Carolina holds their ‘A Night to Paws’ gala to benefit the adorable animals in their care. The night aims to support responsible pet ownership ...

A group of golfers were given the fright of their lives after a deadly Eastern Brown snake slithering across their path, with its size shocking even experts. The reptile was filmed on the ...

A Level 1 (Marginal Risk) has been outlined for most of Eastern NC by the Storm Prediction Center. With southerly winds ahead of the front, moisture will increase as temperatures climb into the ...

Henry Berry Lowrie In many ways, it was the culmination of 200 years of frustration among Native Americans in Eastern North Carolina. Fleeing Europeans who slaughtered their families and stole ...

Let’s explore the largest rat snake ever! We will find out the secrets of this massive snake. Let us look deeper into its gigantic size and unique physical characteristics. Imagine a serpent so large ...