Only seven of the 47 species of snakes in Georgia are venomous. Expert says most of the ones people ask him about are not dangerous.

By analyzing the flowerpot snake's unique genome, scientists are uncovering how the tiny reptile repairs its DNA and prevents harmful mutations. The findings provides valuable insights into genetic ...

A rare long-snouted vine snake (Ahaetulla longirostris) has been rediscovered in the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve here, marking its ...

Sollenberger called spring "a busy time for snakes," noting sightings of them rise significantly this time of year. And there ...

The flowerpot snake, one of the world's smallest snakes, has some unusual distinctions. Also known as the Brahminy blind ...

PHOENIX— Federal land managers have allowed years of extensive damage from livestock grazing to streamside habitats vital for ...

One leading botanist is scouring remote corners of the earth to find new species that could keep our mugs full ...

How to handle the growing problem of the invasive Argentine black and white tegu, as they emerge for breeding season in Central Florida.

A protected Eastern Massasauga rattlesnake was killed at the University of Michigan's botanical gardens, prompting staff to ...

The DNR said people often confuse nonvenomous snakes like the scarlet kingsnake, eastern hognose and watersnake species as ...

An eastern massasauga rattlesnake, a protected species, was recently killed at the U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols ...