Discover the surprising intelligence and ecological importance of rat snakes, America's original pest control. These ...

Neuty, a pet nutria that became a Louisiana legend, died on Saturday, according to his keepers. In his last months, the ...

Delaware is home to 19 species of snakes, according to state herpetologist Nate Nazdrowicz, and they're mostly harmless.

Vietnam veteran Gary Spurling shares his harrowing experiences as a 'tunnel rat' and escort for fallen soldiers.

Did you know that some common smells in our homes can act like a magnet for snakes? For your own safety, here's some solid ...

Most people panic at the sight of a snake in their yard. However, not all snakes are harmful pests that require removal.

Though Burmese pythons can grow to over 20 feet in length, those captured in Florida are usually between six and 10 feet long ...

Opossums could soon become weaponized against invasive Burmese pythons in Florida. Researchers want to fit 40 opossums with collars that will send signals when they die, leading them to the snake that ...