Science splits the iconic king cobra into four distinct species, reshaping our understanding of venomous snake diversity and ...

Whether it's due to their predatory nature or their instinct for self-defense, these wild animals can pose a formidable ...

Australia: A Continent of Lethal Creatures Australia has earned a global reputation for being home to some of the most lethal ...

But this versatile, injectable substance is also used to attack or defend by a number of animals - including some you might not expect. Slow lorises (above) are the only venomous primates. They have ...

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Surprise: 5 new species of the mesmerizing eyelash viper discovered Surprise: 5 new species of the mesmerizing eyelash viper discovered Rattlesnakes trick humans into thinking they’re closer ...

The deadly 3.54-inch-long spider Atrax christenseni is among the most dangerously venomous spiders for humans.

When you think of venomous animals, caterpillars probably aren’t the first thing that comes to mind. Snakes, of course. Scorpions and spiders, too. But caterpillars? Yes, indeed. The world turns out ...

Some species of caterpillar come armed with powerful venoms. Harnessing them could help us design new drugs. When you think of venomous animals, caterpillars probably aren't the first thing that ...

Australian scientists have discovered a new species of the deadly funnel-web spider that is bigger and more venomous than its relatives, nicknaming it "Big Boy." In research released Monday ...