A scientist spent seven years watching a newly discovered Ethiopian snake grow before he could officially give it a name, and the reason comes down to an ethical dilemma that put his discovery on ...

The snake that cartwheels at high speed to escape predators - Researchers say rolling motion is rare in animals because it ...

Matthew Rodriguez is a digital producer for CBS Los Angeles. He's previously reported for local outlets like the Argonaut and Pasadena Weekly. Matt typically covers breaking news and crime. The Santa ...

Learn about the spider-tailed horned viper, a snake that uses a spider-like appendage on the tip of its tail to lure in ...

An elusive, venomous snake considered rare in Alabama plays a role in the story of one of the state's national forests.

From navigation to social behavior to personality, scientists are rewriting what it means to be a clever snake. Here’s what we know, according to research. Snakes have long been cast as cold, ...

June 25 (UPI) --An Australian snake catcher called to remove a large python from a resident's bedroom ended up rounding up a massive spider in the same room. Stuart McKenzie of Sunshine Coast Snake ...

Mexico officially ranks first among all countries worldwide for the number of snake species, with an impressive 438 species. This North American nation's incredible diversity comes from its varied ...