Snakes keep evolving into cannibals — here's what scientists think is going on

A review of over 500 reports of cannibalistic behavior in snakes finds it's appeared multiple times in different evolutionary ...

Snakes Resort to Cannibalism When the Opportunity Strikes, Study Shows

A recent study compiled over 500 incidents of cannibalism in more than 200 species of snakes, revealing that the behavior is ...

Researchers reveal cannibalism among snakes is more common than previously reported

Researchers found cannibalism diets appeared among at least 207 snake species in 15 snake family groups ...
Palm Beach Post

5 Florida lakes are most ‘snake-infested’ in the state, 2 are in Palm Beach County

Reptiles and Florida might as well be synonymous, especially when it comes to our slithering neighbors. According to the WorldAtlas, Florida has 46 native species of snakes, as well as four invasive ...
Popular Science

These snakes play dead, bleed, and poop to avoid being eaten

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. When Dice snakes face a predator, the most theatrical members of ...
Forbes

A Herpetologist Reveals 3 Snakes That Hunt Using Heat — One Is North America’s Largest Venomous Snake

Lots of snakes can detect heat, but only three families evolved true infrared targeting. Meet the most iconic predator from each. It’s partly true that some snakes are blind. A good example is the ...
Forbes

Meet The Snake That Learned How To Fly — A Herpetologist Explains

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. There are few phrases guaranteed to trigger disbelief ...