The rattlesnake, one of the most formidable and feared venomous snakes in North America, is known for its lightning-fast strikes and deadly venom. Named after the distinctive rattle at the end of its ...

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There are 21 extant species of armadillo, some of which are distinguished by the number of bands on their armor.  Size and Weight: Armadillos range widely in size depending on the species.

The longest recorded reticulated python was discovered in 1912 and measured 10 meters, or about 32.8 feet, long. This snake was longer than the height of a giraffe, says the Natural History Museum ...

Blood of man who’s had 200 snake bites helps make a potent antivenom Treatment combines existing drug with antibodies from hyper-immune reptile collector, raising both hopes and ethical concerns.