Water moccasins and cottonmouths are actually the same venomous species (Agkistrodon piscivorus), despite the common misconception that they are different snakes with varying levels of danger. This ...

Venomous snakes bite millions of people worldwide each year, killing at least 120,000. Many of them are poor people in rural ...

The pupils of the pit vipers are elliptical in a vertical orientation. They typically have a triangular-shaped head, although some non-venomous water snakes will flatten their heads when alarmed or ...

David Heinicke and Texas Master Naturalists Cradle of Texas Chapter present a program centered around the benefits of snakes ...

A snake catcher was left in critical condition after being bitten by a cobra in Thailand. Volunteer snake wrangler Suthee Naewhard, 40, was removing the venomous reptile from a relative's house when ...

Tiger snakes, found in southern Australia, exhibit varied coloration and are venomous with potent neurotoxic and myotoxic effects. Preferring coastal wetlands and other habitats with water ...

There’s nothing quite like a hungry baby. For this mother eagle, mealtime means turning to the water for a tasty snake treat.

Snakes are remarkable for their speed and agility. These traits help them hunt prey and evade predators. The fastest snake is ...

Tracks are often etched into the sand at popular 4WD beaches as cars whiz past while enjoying the ocean view. But this week, ...

Japan’s quirkiest museums are not limited to urban hubs. Travel just slightly off the beaten path and you will find novel ...

The snake species is "highly venomous," according to Snake Catchers ... was the closest place to hide and stay warm, but added the snakes often "move on quickly" after resting in a vehicle.