A snake hatching is usually predictable, but this video captures a moment that immediately raises questions. As the egg opens, the newborn hatchling shows unusual traits that don’t match expectations, ...

While this reptile can earn a bad reputation if it lives in your backyard, snakes remain popular pets to keep in the home to this day. But how long do snakes live, both in wild and domesticated ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. It may not come as a surprise that snakes move quickly, as ...

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