A “friendly” 15-foot python named Big Mama slipped from captivity and has been on the lam in Chatsworth for more than a week, according to her owner. The snake is a constrictor and has the potential ...

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 ...

Are snakes legal to keep as a pet? In most places, reptiles are legal. However, some states and localities may have restrictions or bans on certain reptile breeds. This can include where and how you ...