It’s a hiss-toric time for the giant garter snake (Thamnophis gigas), as this wetland-dwelling reptile just became California ...

The United States is home to many snake species. While most are harmless, some can be very dangerous to humans. Knowing which ...

The new species was once believed to be another, much less deadly snake. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A deadly new snake has ...

The public’s assistance is requested by the Wildlife Center of Virginia in naming a non-releasable Eastern Ratsnake. The snake, admitted to the center in December 2021, is joining the ranks of the ...

The Eastern indigo snake derives its name from the glossy blue-black color all across its body. Its scales are iridescent and may give off a rainbow-like look when exposed to light. Some of these ...

Take a deep breath, back away slowly as you maintain a safe distance between you and the snake, and make sure to keep your ...

Bronx Zoo announces name of the Egyptian cobra that escaped. April 7, 2011— -- New York's most famous cobra finally has a name: Mia. After asking for the public's help in naming the slippery ...