Ibuprofen for your splitting headache, or venom from the "killer of killers"? Scientists say that poison from one of the rarest, most "beautiful" snakes in the world—a creature that devours king ...

A strikingly beautiful burrowing snake that was previously unknown to science has been discovered in Paraguay and is making waves because of its coloration as well as its rarity. Described in a new ...

A lot of people are frightened by snakes, or would never think of keeping one as a pet. These fascinating creatures are viewed by some as scary, or slimy or ugly. Well, just wait until you meet the ...

Within the remote islands of Papua New Guinea, four new tree snake species have been discovered. Limited sampling had previously resulted in taxonomic confusion, but the new species were recently ...

The garter snake is native to North America. It features bold stripes of yellow, red, or blue against darker colours like black or green. The blue Malayan coral snake has a deep blue body, light ...

Even in the Lowcountry, where exotic creatures abound, spotting a rainbow snake is one of those had-to-be-there moments. And finding a pair is so rare that herpetologists don’t know much about ...

California is home to a diverse array of snakes, each uniquely adapted to its environment. From the striking California Kingsnake, resistant to rattlesnake venom, to the elusive Sharp-tailed Snake, ...

Snakes are often seen as scary or dangerous, but there’s much more to them than their fearsome reputation. In fact, many snakes are stunning to look at, with vibrant colours, unique patterns, and ...

Colorful snakes use their hues for camouflage or as a venom warning signal. Brazilian Rainbow Boa has iridescent scales; Blue Coral Snake is electric blue/red. The list includes both venomous (Viper, ...

Snakes are often misunderstood but possess remarkable beauty. This article showcases stunning snake species from around the ...