Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. A herpetologist reveals the shocking discovery of one of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Over 250 snake species are listed as endangered around the ...

Snake Catcher Dan had to use patience, a flashlight, and a hook to relocate the red-bellied black snake. Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013, covering ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. HARYANA, India – The red sand boa is a non-venomous snake that thrives in dry scrublands and grasslands that offer loose sand the snake can burrow ...

As temperatures rise during spring, more and more people are going outside. You'll find spring flowers blooming, Texas trees full and the sun beaming. However, you also might encounter something ...

The gopher snake is Arizona's largest snake, sometimes reaching lengths of over seven feet. Despite their intimidating size and defensive hissing, gopher snakes are non-venomous and harmless to humans ...

Garter snake peeking out of a hole in the ground - mhagen Photography/Shutterstock Numerous types of wildlife can dig around your property, including rodents ...