Whoever coined the phrase “silent as a snake” clearly never met one on a bad day. While snakes might not sing, chirp, or roar, they’ve got a surprising playlist, complete with hisses, buzzes, wheezes, ...

The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. Experts have long understood that snakes can feel sound vibrations through ...

The Australian Venom Research Unit receives funding from the NHMRC. At the same time, the snake needs to know what sort of animal it is dealing with, and a snake’s tongue is an important way for it to ...

Forget the myth of silent snakes! These reptiles possess a surprising vocal range, from intimidating hisses and rattles to peculiar wheezes and even growls. These sounds serve as crucial warnings, ...