The cells helps the snakes absorb the bones of their prey — and might show up in other animals that chomp their meals whole.

“Between March and October, it is possible to encounter a pygmy rattlesnake anywhere near bodies of freshwater like marshes, ...

Wildlife rehabber says snakes are often misunderstood and she tries to teach people about the importance of snakes and to respect them.

Let's be honest, snakes aren't exactly the cuddliest of creatures. Even the ultimate movie hero, Indiana Jones, was famously afraid of them. It also doesn't help that some snakes are ...

Bites from venomous copperheads are rarely fatal, but may be painful. And killing it may not be a fool-proof way to avoid a ...

Snake species that are commonly found in California including the gopher snake, coachwhip snake, sharp-tailed snake, California kingsnake and Western yellow-bellied racer according to California Herps ...

From timber rattlesnakes to garter snakes, discover which snakes live along the Appalachian Trail—and how to stay safe during ...

Snakes can see heat, have incredible jaw flexibility, and aren’t as mean as we think. Discover 10 cool facts about these ...

In human terms, it doesn’t take long for the little ones to grow and fledge – around two weeks in most cases. We watched from ...

The state’s venomous snakes — including copperheads — do not get high off the ground, Owens said. Copperheads — the venomous ...