Snakes are common in nearly all outdoor environments and typically would much rather be left alone than defend themselves against humans or animals. When they do feel the need to strike, our curious ...

SAN ANTONIO — It should be no surprise to anyone who lives in Texas that at some time, somewhere, you or your pet will likely encounter a snake when you're outside. But did you know that snake bites ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. More than 4,200 species of snakes exist on the planet and ...