Non-venomous snakebites rarely kill—but fear, myths, and misinformation do. In Sri Lanka, panic and superstition often turn ...

Fear of snakes is common, especially in Sri Lanka. However, most snakebites involve non-venomous species. These bites cause ...

From blackwater rivers to hidden swamps, these North Carolina spots are home to some surprising residents. Here's what you ...

Snacks for Snakes As a responsible reptile owner, you’re always on the lookout for the best snacks for your snake. They can’t ...

Forest officials of Odisha’s Bhitarkanika National Park today rescued two poisonous snakes which had strayed into houses of villages located within the national park.

An oft-quoted fact about the inland taipan is that it could kill 250,000 mice or 100 adult humans with the venom of a single ...

In a first, scientists recorded high-speed footage from dozens of venomous snakes as they went in for the kill.

Vipers have the fastest strikes, but snakes from other families can give some slower vipers stiff competition.

They found that venomous snakes use dramatically different strategies to deliver their deadly bites. Vipers and elapids ...

If you ever get bitten by a snake, don’t believe what you see in the movies. Tying a tourniquet, slicing your arm, or trying ...

Georgia has plenty of beautiful natural areas to explore, but if you're skittish about snakes, it might be best to avoid ...