The Malayan blue coral snake is a beautiful but deadly snake whose venom may be used one day to help scientists develop new pain medications.

Take a look at this snake taking a poop and then read on to learn about the fascinating world of snake digestion.

How big they are: Can range from 4 inches (10 centimeters) to over 30 feet (9 meters) There are about 4,000 different snake species in the world today. They occupy a wide range of habitats — some ...

Snakes have always had the upper hand in the animal world. Their venom kills quickly, their strikes happen in milliseconds, and their reputation for stealth keeps several predators at bay. But one ...

A healthy garden invites wildlife, including snakes. It's important to look for signs they're slithering about, and identify ...

Scientists discovered a new wolf snake on Great Nicobar and confirmed it through DNA and body traits. The species needs protection.

Snake River Animal Shelter has received a $10,000 grant from national nonprofit Petco Love to support its ongoing lifesaving ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — When an ostrich was spotted weaving through traffic on Louise Ave. in Sioux Falls this week, Sioux Falls Animal Control was called, but they themselves made a call while on ...

Snake River Animal Shelter announces its 10th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 3000 Lindsay Blvd. in Idaho Falls. “This event is not only about celebrating 10 years of ...

Authorities in South Carolina have rescued 52 nonvenomous snakes that were found confined in boxes on a property in Jasper ...

There are about 4,000 different snake species in the world today. They occupy a wide range of habitats — some dwell ...