For aspiring snake enthusiasts and first-time reptile keepers, the world of pet snakes can seem like a daunting place.

Mites also live in dust ... the digestive systems of sea urchins, the lungs of snakes, the fat of pigeons, the eyeballs of fruit bats, the fur around vampire bat penises. Living in these habitats ...

Good news: “Snake plants are fairly resistant to pests,” Margareta tells us, however they can occasionally fall victim to common household plant invaders like spider mites, gnats, and mealybugs.

Finding the right balance between light and shade is crucial for the snake plant's well-being. Finally, pest control is another important aspect to consider. Inspect the plant for pests, such as ...

If you encounter a snake but can keep your distance, the snake will nearly always refrain from striking. If you should be bitten, obviously the most important first thing is determining if the snake ...

Want a houseplant but not sure you have a green thumb? Choose a hard-to-kill plant, like a snake plant. Here's how to take care of one. Whether you live in a small studio or spacious home ...

Snakes can grow to colossal sizes, although some reports have long been exaggerated. The largest snakes in the world belong to the python and boa families. Which family contains the biggest depends on ...

Scientists believe they may have discovered the smallest reptile on earth - a chameleon ... Endagerex Researchers found that it hunts for mites on the rainforest floor and hides from predators ...

They had suffered from snake mites and some showed suggestions of metabolic bone disease with starvation and dehydration as the probable cause of death. Darnell, 59, of Wivern Road, Hull ...