An Australian boy died after being told to "sleep off" his venomous snake bite. Don't do that if one of Ohio's three venomous ...

The Gila River winds through a harsh desert landscape, but it's surprisingly rich in wildlife. These are some of the species ...

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America’s wildlife is as extensive as its landscapes, offering a mix of beauty and danger. While you might not come across a ...

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Most people come to Sequoia National Park to see the biggest trees in the world. But the forest is alive with fascinating ...

A new exhibition at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Conn., gives visitors a whiff, from “chocolate-y” to stinky blue cheese.

Beating drums, synchronous strokes and an exhilarated crowd. Such spectacles of excitement are no rare scene across China on Duanwu, or Dragon Boat Festival, which falls on the fifth day of the fifth ...

Creepy, crawly critters have long served as sources of phobias — from their slimy and scaly skin to spindly, sneaky legs.

Black widow spiders live in cool, dark places. What to know in Mississippi to keep them away from your home, avoid a bite.

Florida officials are warning about the return of the puss caterpillar, a fuzzy but highly venomous insect whose sting can ...

Black widow spiders live in cool, dark places. Know how to spot brown widows. Keep them away from your home, avoid a bite.