Key Points: 3,500 species of snake exist on the planet, 600 of which are venomous. Venomous snakes range in size from tiny to quite large. The largest venomous snake can grow up to 18 feet in length.

However, many of these snakes are impressive not only because of their dangerous bite, but also because of their sheer size and imposing presence. Here are the eight largest venomous snakes in the ...

As adults, these large snakes are better known for their slow, lumbering gait, but the researchers discovered that young ...

Snakes don’t have ears or eyelids. Plus, almost all California legless lizards and glass snakes can shed their tails to escape predators. This tail fragility is what gives glass snakes their name.

Scientists discovered five new brightly-colored species of snake in the jungles of Panama. One of the snakes was named by actor Leonardo DiCaprio in honor of his mother, Irmelin Indenbirken.

When we picture beautiful plants, most of us think of bright flowers, green leaves, and tall stems. But not all plants fit ...

Compared with snakes in more natural areas, the Stone Canyon ones are growing larger, producing more offspring, and expanding their ranges among the McMansions.

They are distinguished by their black and yellow stripes, which is how they got their name. The snakes can grow to about 7 feet, but on average they are around 3 feet.

Texas is home to 4 venomous snake groups. Here's what to look out for when you see one If you're anything like Indiana Jones, you'll want to stay away from these snakes this summer ...