But there’s nothing supernatural about how snakes move. So how exactly do they get around without legs? They do it by ...

Snakes have adapted to climb trees, leap across hot sand, and even swim through water — all without arms or legs. What’s their secret? Mike Bock This corn snake, shown here at the Smithsonian's ...

Snakes are often underestimated for their speed, yet many can move surprisingly fast when slithering across the ground or ...

Most people’s reaction to seeing a snake is a mix of surprise and a sudden urge to be somewhere else. While many snakes are quite content to move at a leisurely pace, a select few have turned speed ...

Snakes are known for their iconic S-shaped movements. But they have a less noticeable skill that gives them a unique superpower. Snakes can crawl in a straight line. University of Cincinnati biologist ...

FORT RUCKER, Ala. (October 23, 2014) -- Enjoying the cooler weather is what fall is all about, but people are not the only animals out enjoying the respite from the heat. "Snakes are a concern," said ...

In winter, when the temperature drops below 60, copperheads and other snake become lethargic, but aren’t totally asleep.

ATLANTA — Snakes are on the move in Georgia but experts tell us most of them are good neighbors. As the weather gets warmer more Georgia homeowners will spot slimy reptiles around our yards. In Pike ...

While many snakes are harmless, stumbling upon them while doing your chores isn't fun. Here's how to avoid a surprise ...