Most people’s reaction to seeing a snake is a mix of surprise and a sudden urge to be somewhere else. While many snakes are quite content to move at a leisurely pace, a select few have turned speed ...

A new species of giant anaconda, the northern green anaconda (Eunectes akayima), has been discovered in Ecuador's Amazon ...

A mysterious new species of giant anaconda has been uncovered deep in the Amazon during the filming of a major documentary series. Weighing over half a ton and stretching beyond known limits, this ...

Apple just reported its latest quarterly earnings, which set a new revenue for the September quarter. But the company also teased that an even bigger accomplishment is coming next quarter. The iPhone ...

Striped racers (Masticophis lateralis) are also known as California whipsnakes. These nonvenomous snakes are fast-moving land snakes that are also competent swimmers. Their coloration is dark olive ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Astronomers have unveiled a new catalog of massive galaxy clusters, revealing insight on the ...

Snake plants (Dracanena spp.) are prized for their resiliency and stark beauty. You'll see them featured again and again in guides on choosing the right low-maintenance houseplant as a beginner. While ...

In the heart of Provence, Southern France, the world's largest fusion energy experiment, which could be a step towards unlimited energy, has quietly entered perhaps the most critical stage yet. The ...

The Lake Erie water snake was once on the endangered and threatened species list. It's native to Kelleys Island and North, Middle and South Bass Islands. The Lake Erie water snake can grow up to 3.5 ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

Cue the “Jaws” theme song. The largest great white shark ever recorded in the Atlantic Ocean has reemerged near Canada, according to researchers who have been tracking the magnificent fish. Contender, ...