Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Snakes are typically regarded as land-dwelling creatures.

The internet is seemingly tripping after an old video of a snake with algae growing on it went viral on social media. Most ...

The dragon snake (Xenodermus javanicus) is one of the most mysterious and visually striking reptiles, often admired for its dragon-like scales and shadowy appearance. Native to the humid forests and ...