When a bird drapes its nest with snake skin, it isn't just making an interesting decor choice. Researchers find that for some birds, it keeps predators at bay. When a bird drapes its nest with snake ...

Snakes are often seen as fearsome predators, but they aren’t at the top of every food chain. Despite their venom and perfection in hunting skills, several animals not only defend themselves against ...

Martin Whiting works for Macquarie University. He receives funding from the Australian Research Council. Invasive species offer a rare research opportunity, as they often colonise new environments ...

A harmless snake emerging this spring is earning a zombie reputation across America, using dramatic death acting, strange ...

King cobras are the world’s longest venomous snakes, but rare records of giants stretching nearly 19 feet raise questions about how large these elusive, snake eating predators can truly grow.