In a first-of-its-kind discovery, a death adder has been found with three super-sharp, venomous fangs, instead of the usual ...

Video footage of the moment snakes launch themselves at their prey reveals that the reptiles are either "strikers" or "lungers" — and the difference between the two is rooted in their teeth, new ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Snakes deliver their venom in one of two ways: through ...

Eleanor has an undergraduate degree in zoology from the University of Reading and a master’s in wildlife documentary production from the University of Salford.View full profile Eleanor has an ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. The Gaboon viper is an African snake species that is ...

There are eight common species of snakes you might encounter in Washington and, while they bite and constrict prey, not all of them are venomous. You’re more likely to find snakes spring into fall in ...

A death adder at an Australian wildlife park found to have three fangs that all produce deadly neurotoxic venom. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.