Comparing the genomes of snakes with distinct coloration patterns pinpointed the genetic variants that contribute to these ...

A new type of snake, a species of bush viper, was discovered in southern Tanzania during a recent biological survey. The snake's exact location is being kept secret to protect the visually striking ...

Beyond the typical browns and greens, a world of vibrant snakes exists, adorned with striking colors and patterns. From the iridescent scales of the Rainbow Boa to the dazzling hues of the San ...

Global warming. Habitat destruction. Pesticides and pollution. Environmental forecasts and reports are all too often full of grimness and gloom. But ecology has its lighter moments, and I take solace ...

Downtown Hanoi is crawling with dozens of colorful snakes, thanks to one man's fascination for the reptiles. Vu Thanh Tung, 30, owns 15 nonpoisonous snake species that come from arid regions in ...

Colorful birds, giant snakes, and even baby kangaroos drew crowds to this year’s Exotic Animal Expo, which brought dozens of ...

Two tattooed thrill seekers own reptiles with enough venom to kill an elephant, but that doesn’t stop them from adding more of the world’s most feared creatures to their ever-growing collection of ...

These colorful snakes aren't just works of art. Erected for the World Health Assembly, they're meant to draw attention to an extremely neglected... Venomous snakebite is "the biggest public health ...

Having snakes slithering through your backyard can be worrisome, but it turns out there may be a beautiful plant that doubles ...