Still, scientists no longer consider complete eradication realistic.

Snakes have a reputation for being quick to strike, but several species rarely live up to that image. Breeders who work with these animals select for calm temperaments, and many of the snakes kept as ...

Burmese pythons can consume prey even larger than scientists realized, according to a new study published in the journal Reptiles & Amphibians. That means more animals are on the menu across southern ...

A team of Burmese python hunters caught a record breaking 8,000 pounds in snake this season. Meet the man leading the crusade.

Ball pythons were long assumed to be solitary, but scientists discovered the snakes in captivity prefer each others’ company when given the chance to live socially. By Asher Elbein The ball python ...

Tens of thousands of people are expected to watch Fourth of July fireworks at and around Navy Pier Saturday as the city ...