The horned adder has small horn-like scales above its eyes that help break up its outline in sandy environments. Africa is home to hundreds of snake species, but only a small percentage are ...

Rinkhals snakes, commonly mistaken for cobras because of their distinctive hood, are among South Africa’s most intriguing reptiles. Despite their cobra-like appearance, they are a separate species ...

New research from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa, has revealed that puff adders (Bitis arietans) can be highly efficient at controlling rodent populations that ...

A KZN man's viral Facebook post showcases a rare albino night adder, captivating South Africans with its distinct looks and ...

Clerks at a South African post office fled for safety when they emptied a mail bag and a white python came slithering out. The one metre long non-venomous snake was one of four sent this week in an ...