The platypus, a native of eastern Australia, is a puzzling creature with features from birds, mammals, and reptiles. Male ...

Swimming, boating, and hiking by rivers, lakes, and reservoirs can be fun, but visitors should always be aware of snakes and ...

Snakes have adapted to climb trees, skate across hot sand, and even swim through water — all without arms or legs. What’s ...

A snake in Denmark has been spotted attempting to consume an oversized hare that's 10 times larger than itself. The chance ...

While many species are harmless and generally avoid humans, knowing their habitats can help lessen the shock of an unexpected ...

Nebraska's lakes and rivers are home to various snake species, including venomous ones. Here's what you need to know before ...

Some snakes have been observed eating their own tails due to stress, overheating, hunger, or neurological issues. This strange behaviour is real and medically explainable ...

What is the safest snake to have as a pet? Will a pet snake bite you? Here are the pros and cons of having a snake for a pet.

New Jersey is home to a rich diversity of snake species, and several of its lakes and rivers are teeming with slithering ...

Why do snakes flick their tongues? Can snakes smell fear? Here are 10 amazing facts about rattlesnakes, flying snakes and ...

The Eastern hognose snake is another species that has become increasingly rare here. So named because of its upturned snout like a hog, this species is an eater of toads and a dweller of sandy ...