Elvis the Kingsnake Retires | Hattiesburg News

Elvis the speckled kingsnake, Mississippi’s beloved snake educator since 2008, is retiring after years of turning fear into fascination for hundreds of thousands. Found injured in the wild, this non-venomous ambassador helped dispel myths and taught kids and adults about native snakes — even handling venom from copperheads and rattlesnakes. The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science promises him a comfortable, quiet retirement with top-tier care, though you might still spot him chilling in Classroom A when it’s open. A fitting send-off for a creature who made science fun and safe for all. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/44b242f85cc27906