The venom of one of the world's deadliest snakes is even stronger in dry weather, reveals new research. Russell's viper kills ...

In Brazil, a group of researchers from the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP) and the Butantan Institute have ...

Local climate can be used to predict the venom characteristics of a deadly snake that is widespread in India, helping ...

One of the last places anyone would expect—or want—a snake to appear is a pet grooming salon, and this video shows just that ...

All rattlesnakes found in Oklahoma produce a powerful and dangerous venom that destroys tissue and disrupts blood clotting.

Copperheads are the only venomous snake you’re likely to encounter in the Triangle and central NC. Here’s how to identify and ...

Yes, it's possible that you might look up and see a rattlesnake slithering up a tree. Here's some myths to know about Texas' ...

A near-death bite in Florence led lawmakers to consider banning venomous snakes and cracking down on captive wildlife. Some ...

“If you consider us having two species of cottonmouth, which we formally considered all as one, then that makes seven ...

Snakes often get a bad rap. While they're often misunderstood as aggressive, many experts will tell you they are not naturally hostile and don't seek to chase or attack. Instead, they are ...

Snake venom comes in three primary forms, each of which affects a different location and necessitates a separate anti-venom.