A lot of people are frightened by snakes, or would never think of keeping one as a pet. These fascinating creatures are viewed by some as scary, or slimy or ugly. Well, just wait until you meet the ...

July 16 (UPI) --Animal rescuers were summoned to a fish and chip shop in London to wrangle a loose "python" that turned out to be an escaped pet corn snake. The RSPCA said personnel responded to the ...

Snakes may not be known for wagging tails or greeting their owners at the door, but some species are thought to be ...

In many animals, skin coloration and its patterns play a crucial role in camouflage, communication, or thermoregulation. In the corn snake, some morphs display red, yellow, or pink blotches, and their ...

A corn snake getting a whiff of salty beach air won Best in Show in the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast's fourth annual Summer Photo Contest. Hundreds of local photographers submitted images ...

Biting in snakes is usually a defensive activity, and several factors trigger the behavior. Among the most common reasons for biting is fear. When a snake feels threatened, it will always ...

From controlling his temperature to controlling his voice, columnist Ben Hofmeister reflects on how he and a snake are remarkably alike.