Folklore about animals is likely as old as mankind. After all, animals are very important parts of people's lives. However, some are often feared and misunderstood and that can lead to some wild tales ...

These reptiles and their social networks are understudied, according to researchers applying scents to different snakes to assess their behavior. By Asher Elbein Say the words “animal self-recognition ...

Snakes "smell" with their forked tongues, collecting scent particles to analyze with their Jacobson's organ. Snakes don't have external ears. They sense vibrations through their jawbone and inner ear.

World Snake Day is July 16, but at The Clarion-Ledger, we're having Snake Week. After all, sharks have their own week, so why not snakes? From July 15-19, The Clarion-Ledger will publish a ...