An explanation of the evolution and physical characteristics of snakes is followed by detailed descriptions of common species throughout the world. siris_sil_316793 ...

This ancient, leg-bearing snake is rewriting the story of how serpents slithered, and sometimes walked, their way through evolutionary history.

Russell’s viper (Daboia russelii) is found across the Indian subcontinent and is responsible for over 40% of snake bite-related deaths in India each year. Its venom is extremely variable, and snake ...

Scientists undertook the first comprehensive assessment of how often snakes eat their own, uncovering reports of the behavior ...

The Brahminy blind snake native to Southeast Asia, is the most widely distributed animal. It is a small, non- poisonous snake which only includes females and no males. And due to this fact they ...

Garter snakes can survive being frozen solid for hours. Here’s how evolution, biochemistry and behavior have allowed them to ...

Snakes may not be known for wagging tails or greeting their owners at the door, but some species are thought to be ...

"Originally published in the Grosset all-color guide series." An explanation of the evolution and physical characteristics of snakes is followed by detailed ...