There are 21 snake species that are native to Pennsylvania, and three of them are venomous.Eastern copperheadSign up for our ...

Of the 44 species of snake that are native to Florida, six are venomous. Here's a guide to identifying them and the harmless ...

While not known for being aggressive, the King Cobra's venom is extremely potent, capable of killing an elephant in a few hours. This snake is thought to be responsible for a large number of human ...

Tim Friede has survived the deadly venom of taipans, black mambas, vipers and cobras. Scientists have used his blood to craft ...

In this article, we’ll look at seven of the world’s most poisonous snakes, based on how deadly their venom is. The inland taipan, also known as the “fierce snake,” has the most toxic venom ...

Michigan has 18 snake species, most of which are harmless and beneficial to the ecosystem. Five common Michigan snakes include the Eastern garter, Eastern milk, Northern water, Eastern hog-nosed, and ...

The Eastern massasauga rattlesnake is Michigan's only venomous snake, and it's rarely seen. Michigan's snakes are are beneficial to the ecosystem and tend to avoid humans if possible. While ...

In tests with mice, their cocktail protected the animals from 19 of the most venomous snakes in the world. This research could eventually lead to a truly universal antivenom, the scientists say.