Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. More than 4,200 species of snakes exist on the planet and ...

The idea of owning a pet snake is super cool. Snakes are truly intriguing, with their sleek movement, quiet presence, and exotic appeal. But however intriguing, questions about care, temperament, and ...

Exclusive: It's snake breeding season and Jake Thomas' house is about to be full of them. The man behind Unreal Reptiles got his first pet snake at age six and has been keeping and breeding all sorts ...