Tag: Snakes
Snakes on a train? King cobras may be riding the rails in India
In a fascinating turn of events, king cobras, the world's longest venomous snakes, have been spotted in parts…
Bored of snakes and ladders? Some maths can help bring back the fun
Snakes and ladders, also known as Chutes and Ladders, is a classic board game that has been enjoyed…
Sarah Ferguson Mocked Over Fear of Snakes Stopping Australia Move
Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, is reportedly considering a move to Australia as her situation in Britain…
Which venomous snakes strike the fastest?
There are some snakes that are known to be the sprinters of the reptile world, with vipers leading…
Innovative antivenom may work against the world’s deadliest snakes
Snake bites are a major concern worldwide, causing up to 137,000 deaths annually along with numerous amputations and…
Slither, by Stephen S. Hall, Explores Our Fear and Fascination around Snakes
Rachel Feltman: For Scientific American’s Science Quickly, I’m Rachel Feltman. People have always had a complicated relationship with…
Snakes are often the villains. A new book gives them a fair shake
Hall’s book serves as a timely reminder of the importance of snakes in our world, and the urgent…
Slopes, Snakes, and Slides Wrap Around ‘Casa de los Milagros’ in Photographs by Naser Nader Ibrahim — Colossal
Design and nature collide in the stunning architectural wonder known as Casa de los Milagros, located on the…