Lots of snakes can detect heat, but only three families evolved true infrared targeting. Meet the most iconic predator from each. It’s partly true that some snakes are blind. A good example is the ...

The United States is home to an incredible diversity of snakes, thanks to its wide range of climates and ecosystems. From ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Latitude is the best rule of thumb for knowing where deadly ...

When it comes to problematic prey, snakes are one of the most challenging. They seldom stay still and allow themselves to be eaten; in fact, many of them fight back. When venomous snakes fight back, ...