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Coiled, camouflaged, and lightning-fast – vipers are nature’s most dangerous noodles. In this video, we break down what makes ...
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A rare new spoon-nose eel species, Mystriophis caboverdensis, has been discovered in the Cabo Verde Archipelago.
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Tim Friede has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times — often on purpose. Now scientists are studying his blood in hopes of creating a better treatment for snake bites. Friede has long had a ...
The new species was found in French Guiana, researchers said, on the northern edge of the Amazon Rainforest. Sibon nebulatus, ...
The state of Arkansas ranks 3rd among the highest rate of snake bites in the US. “There are about 7000 snake bites each year in the US. Thankfully, of those, only about five or so will be fatal ...
Snake fangs are specialized teeth used primarily for injecting venom into prey or for defense. Found in venomous species, these hollow or grooved fangs connect to venom glands.
Gaboon vipers is loaded with the world’s longest snake fangs, reaching up to two inches in length. These exceptionally long fangs fold back when the mouth is closed, enabling deep venom ...