In Arizona, rattlesnakes aren’t just desert dwellers — they’re practically celebrities. With 13 species slithering around, they’ve earned their spot as an unofficial symbol of the Southwest. The ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Snakes are typically regarded as land-dwelling creatures.

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

You're hiking down a trail. It's a trail not only through lush forests, but over mountains, too. A journey into a wonderous land whose flora and fauna are plentiful. There's a signpost up ahead: ...

From speedy slithering creatures and living dragons to snakes that fly and shed skin, this volume explores the fascinating world of reptiles. Features incredible images, fun games, and shocking facts ...

In South India’s Western Ghats, a female king cobra performs a rare reptile ritual, building a towering leaf nest and ...

Warmer weather brings more time for social interactions, outdoor adventures — and encounters with wandering snakes. Staying alert during snake season tends to be a good idea, and knowing how to ...

Most people, throughout their lives, see imagery of violent snakes perpetuated in the media. Anaconda, Babylon, Snakes on a Plane: what these films have in common is that snakes act as the aggressor, ...