What kind of snake is that? It's a question that is likely asked a lot in Mississippi. Not only do we have dozens of species, snakes are found in practically every environment in the state. And love ...

All venomous snake strikes look alike, but different species have evolved distinct fangs, speeds, and techniques. Watch how ...

The scientific name of the snake is Serpentes. Learn about the snake classification (Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Suborder) ...

High-speed cameras have been used to capture the biting mechanisms of different kinds of snakes, including vipers and the ...

While this reptile can earn a bad reputation if it lives in your backyard, snakes remain popular pets to keep in the home to this day. But how long do snakes live, both in wild and domesticated ...

A new study shows how different snake species have evolved very different strategies to deliver their deadly bites.

Different snakes put their own spin on striking their prey. Scientists captured the powerful attacks on camera ...

California is home to 50 different species of snakes — including seven species of rattlesnakes, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. If that makes your skin crawl, you’re not ...

World Snake Day is July 16, but at The Clarion-Ledger, we're having Snake Week. After all, sharks have their own week, so why not snakes? From July 15-19, The Clarion-Ledger will publish a ...