On remote islands in the Gulf of California, scientists uncovered a surprising twist in rattlesnake evolution: simpler venom ...

The Trump administration's proposal to change the definition of the word “harm” in the Endangered Species Act could bring ...

Humans may be genetically predisposed to fear contact with snakes. But we have a lot to learn from them.

A new study found that some rattlesnakes are producing simpler venoms containing fewer and more focused toxin families than complex venoms -- a surprising discovery that challenges long-held ideas ...

Invasive Species of South Florida,” an environmental art exhibition running from April 26 through June 20, 2025. Generously ...

Researchers at the University of South Florida are uncovering new clues about how animals evolve by studying rattlesnake ...

"The 2010 cold snap may have created a subset of pythons better able to survive cold temperatures — and thus better adapted ...

Imagine stepping into the heart of the Florida Everglades, surrounded by shimmering sawgrass and the haunting calls of wading birds, only to realize you’re walking through a battleground. This isn’t a ...

Take, for example, a species of sea snake that inhabits the inland bays of New Caledonia ... Another tale of rapid adaptation ...

The more educated you are, the less fear you have," said Jason Compton, CEO of the snake identification application SnakeSnap ...

When it comes to Florida’s creepy crawly critters, experts want residents to believe in the power of facts over fear.

Iguanas are an invasive species in Florida, meaning they’re not native to the state ... Snake hunter shares video of battle ...