Though small, its venom can cause serious, life-altering tissue damage through necrosis. While rarely fatal, a bite can leave permanent scars. This live-bearing viper is commonly found close to the ...

One person was arrested at a Bengaluru airport when officials discovered they were smuggling nine venomous snakes.

Chinese researchers have developed an infrared contact lens that makes night vision possible. Nanoparticles make the previously invisible light range visible to the human eye.