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Discovered in Barbados in 2006, this worm-sized snake went misidentified for a century — and now, it may disappear before ...

On Rossel Island, Kraus found Dendrelaphis melanarkys, or the black net tree snake. This 4-foot, 11-inch reptile is easier to ...

What is Arizona’s most venomous snake? It turns out, the most poisonous isn't the most dangerous in the state. Here's what to ...

Such was the case with the Guam kingfisher – known locally as the Sihek – when it was recently announced that the bird ...

The researchers from the Bengaluru institute said the venom maps could help clinicians select the most appropriate treatment for patients with snake bites The Tribune, now published from ...

New Delhi: Researchers have developed "venom maps" using local climate conditions that could help predict the venom characteristics of Russell's viper, a deadly snake found widely in India.

New Delhi, Apr 11 (PTI) Researchers have developed "venom maps" using local climate conditions that could help predict the venom characteristics of Russell's viper, a deadly snake found widely in ...

The researchers explained that the toxic effects of a snake's venom are caused by concentrations of enzymes, which are influenced by factors, such as climate and availability of prey.

Locals families spotted the highly-venomous 1.5 metre eastern brown snake sunbathing at the Proserpine Swimming Pool and Water Park, in the Whitsundays, before it suddenly slithered into cool ...

In home security footage shared by 7NEWS Australia (@7newsaustralia), a man returns home from a trip to New Zealand, removes his shoes at the door, and unknowingly plants his bare foot directly on a ...