Snakes, often feared for their venom, are fascinating reptiles with complex roles in ecosystems. From the vibrant blue coral snake of Southeast Asia to the iridescent rainbow boa of the Amazon, their ...

In India, snakebites cause more deaths than all other forms of human-wildlife conflict combined, with some 40,000 to 60,000 fatalities annually. For every death, there are another nine cases of severe ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Scientists recently split the king cobra into four separate ...

Scientists identified four new species of king cobra from 154 museum specimens. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The mighty king ...