From navigation to social behavior to personality, scientists are rewriting what it means to be a clever snake. Here’s what ...

When a snake displays its fangs, it’s showing off one of evolution’s greatest weapons. This is because snake venom is not a ...

There are roughly 3,000 snake species on Earth, and about 600 of them are venomous. That sounds terrifying, but most snakes ...

Released in the Year of The Snake, and with clear nods to East Asian culture, Disney’s latest animated feature has smashed ...

Snake repellents like oils, granules and mothballs lack proven effectiveness. Mothballs pose health risks to humans and pets. Habitat changes remain the most reliable snake deterrents. It’s summertime ...

Q: While working outside, I noticed holes in the grass, and I’m concerned there may be snakes inside them. Do snakes dig holes? How can I tell if these are snake holes in the yard, and what should I ...

The human eye can only detect wavelengths in the visible light range, but a new imaging system will let us "see" infrared ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. It’s summertime, which means snakes (and soon, cicadas) are emerging. In the Triangle and central North Carolina, most of the snakes ...