Humans exhibit rapid, intense reactions to snakes and spiders, rooted in ancient survival instincts. Specific visual cues ...

In some of the world’s hottest and driest places, there live a few snakes that look quite different from others– they have ...

In winter, when the temperature drops below 60, copperheads and other snake become lethargic, but aren’t totally asleep.

Pimpri-Chinchwad: A large number of Russell's vipers (ghonas), a venomous and dangerous reptile snake, are being encountered ...

Most people’s reaction to seeing a snake is a mix of surprise and a sudden urge to be somewhere else. While many snakes are quite content to move at a leisurely pace, a select few have turned speed ...

A Durban-based veterinarian has discouraged pet owners from allowing their animals to attack wildlife, especially snakes.

New research reveals snake venom primarily evolved for hunting and digesting prey, not for defence against humans or ...

Scientists think urine from snakes and lizards could help them find new ways to prevent painful kidney stones and gout in ...

A Geelong snake handler has responded to ten call-outs in a single day as highly venomous eastern browns and red-bellied ...

While Malaysia is home to over 215 snake species, the vast majority are non-venomous, and knowing how to identify the dangerous few is key to staying ...

A stunning reveal of new snakes in the collection, including a rare blue‑eyed beauty that stands out from the rest.

The Jouberts have documented Southern Africa’s incredible wildlife for over 40 years. In their new book, “Wild Eye: A Life in ...