What should you do about a snake in your yard?

See the Related Links for "Snake Types" to the bottom for the answer. First things first: Do NOT get too close to the snake unless you are sure it is dead or somewhere (glass jar or something) where it can not get out. Your snake might be poisonous. Flora and fauna vary a lot from one country to another, may not even be the same in different areas of the same country so your best bet might be to ask a local vet or at your local library. Of course, local farmers are always a great help with that and many other issues. Hope this helps!