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As a new app is launched to provide first-aid advice for venomous bites and stings, a reptile expert urges people to learn ...

The Malayan blue coral snake is a beautiful but deadly snake whose venom may be used one day to help scientists develop new pain medications.

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Red-bellied black snakes are thriving this summer. A Newcastle snake catcher explains why encounters are rising.

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The best way to avoid an unpleasant encounter with a water moccasin is to give them space. If you spot one, simply back away ...

A new wolf snake species, Lycodon irwini, has been discovered on Great Nicobar Island, India, honouring Steve Irwin and ...