Record #:

3086

Author(s):

Wharton, Rachael

Abstract:

Although snakes want to avoid us as much as we want to avoid them, the mere sight of one brings fear to people. Thirty-eight species live in the state, but only six are poisonous.

Source:

Coastwatch (NoCar QH 91 A1 N62x), Vol. Issue , Sept/Oct 1996, p2-9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Snakes

Record #:

6813

Author(s):

Snelson, Franklin F.; Palmer, William M.

Abstract:

The brown snake is one of the most abundant species in North Carolina. Its secretiveness, coloration, and small size make it difficult to observe. This snake inhabits both rural and urban areas and is harmless to man.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 29 Issue 12, Dec 1965, p7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Snakes

Record #:

37885

Author(s):

Dermid, Jack

Abstract:

There are many people who believe false information about snakes, such as the snakes tongue is a stinger, or that the tongue can inject venom. The snake primarily uses its tongue as an aide to smell and touch.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 14 Issue 11, Nov 1950, p10 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Snakes; Animal lore

Record #:

35272

Author(s):

Barbour, Mary

Abstract:

Three stories that feature snakes as the subject matter; “Tenderhearted Little Girl,” “Down in the Basement,” and “The Snake Hunter.”

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 15 Issue 2, Nov 1967, p44-46 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Animal lore; Snakes

Record #:

6245

Author(s):

Beane, Jeff

Abstract:

Beane describes the three species of kingsnakes found in North Carolina - the Eastern, scarlet, and mole.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 67 Issue 12, Dec 2003, p8-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Snakes; Lampropeltis

Record #:

35338

Author(s):

Allf, Bradley

Abstract:

The author suggested that rattlesnakes developed this feature as a warning mechanic for its prey. As for why rattlesnakes in particular developed this feature, the author posited that the rapidity of the tail’s movement could have facilitated the growth of extra skin, which formed the rattle.

Source:

North Carolina Naturalist (NoCar QH 76.5 N8 N68), Vol. 25 Issue 2, Spring 2017, p

Subject(s):

Snakes; Snakes--Research

Record #:

36156

Author(s):

Zlotnicki, Mike

Abstract:

This collection of the top ten photos included categories such as ages of the photographers, plants, landscapes, outdoor recreation, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and animal behavior. Nearly all of the winners came from towns in North Carolina’s three regions.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 83 Issue 1, January/February 2019, p4-27 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife photography; Wildlife; Outdoor recreation--North Carolina, Piedmont; Outdoor recreation--North Carolina, Western; Landscapes; Snakes; Birds; Mammals; Reptiles; Amphibians; Insects; Plants

Record #:

36543

Author(s):

Gaitely, Patricia

Abstract:

Women have been included in anthropological studies of serpent-handling, but no past research has focused specifically and solely on the experiences of the women who practice this tradition, nor has it been collected by a female researcher. Interviews with the women demonstrate that experiences, actual roles in church life, and accounts will vary from person to person, from church to church, and from state to state.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 56 Issue 2, Fall-Winter 2009, p52-64 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Religion; Snakes; Women; Appalachian Region, Southern--Social life and customs; Religious sects--North Carolina