First published in 1992, “An Introduction to Snakes of the Region of North Carolina and Virginia," has been revised with ...

With just venom and precision, these snakes can defend themselves from afar, without ever needing to bite you. Here’s what ...

Discover the monster snake that makes all modern snakes seem small by comparison. Learn about Titanoboa, the biggest snake to roam the Earth!

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. A rare discovery in a Cuban cave has rewritten what we ...

How big they are: Can range from 4 inches (10 centimeters) to over 30 feet (9 meters) There are about 4,000 different snake species in the world today. They occupy a wide range of habitats — some ...

Ancient England snake fossil Paradoxophidion helps explain how modern snakes evolved during warm humid Eocene period.

I have answered questions about snakes for decades. During the last two, with the advent of camera phones, I enjoy being able to identify snakes people encounter. Equally enjoyable is educating folks ...

As temperatures begin to rise a wide range of wildlife species, including snakes, become active in and around our homes. But experts say there is no need to panic. “In this part of the world, you ...

A harmless snake emerging this spring is earning a zombie reputation across America, using dramatic death acting, strange ...

A strange little snake fossil found on England’s south coast has finally revealed its secrets—more than 40 years after it was ...

You might think a kid's toy or giant clog are the worst things you can find in your toilet bowl. And you'd be right, unless you're among the unfortunate few who've snuck off for a quick bathroom break ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › A: It’s common to hear holes in the yard referred to as “snake holes.” However, ...