Keep your summers safe and fun by avoiding these nasty outdoor hazards in Wisconsin, from deer ticks to poison sumac.

People in Palm Beach County may see tegus more often than they realize. They're the reptiles with the dotted black-and-white backs and tails.

Mumbai customs arrests Bangkok passenger with rare reptiles, signaling a rise in wildlife trafficking via Indian airports. Includes protected species under CITES.

There are reasons why we can call numerous animals the “world’s deadliest,” some have giant fangs and killer bites, while ...

Mongooses and weasels, often mistaken, are distinct creatures with unique traits. Mongooses, related to cats, thrive in ...

Tami Gingrich explores the unique qualities and lifecycle of snapping turtles, as egg-laying season is upon us in northeast ...

These colorful snakes aren't just works of art. Erected for the World Health Assembly, they're meant to draw attention to an ...

WorldAtlas says these five lakes are known for their slithering activity. See which lakes you'll want to watch your step at, and what snakes are there.

Unlike costumes in Western operas, those in Chinese Opera are highly symbolic, hinting at the personality, social status and ...

In 1963 the peacock was declared the National Bird of India because of its rich religious and legendary involvement in Indian traditions The criteria for this choice were many The bird must be welldis ...

A Treasury of Life: Indian Company Paintings, c. 1790 to 1835, an ongoing show in the Indian capital put together by Delhi ...

The other 18 native species are nonvenomous.Rothacker said May through September are the busiest months for wild snake activity in ... is a mottled pattern of white to gray. The unmarked head ...