From venomous spines to spike-covered genitalia, creatures around the world have unique features that set them apart.

Now, these “ambushing” animals have been identified as a new species of snake ... The new species was spotted wrapped around branches and waiting in ambush, researchers said. T. Smits via ...

Visiting scientists found the spotted animal. It turned out to be a new species ... “rather than actively foraging, ...

Unique creatures, odd animals and new species are discovered ... showcasing its unique ability to ambush prey. Known as Platyceps hajarensis, this snake is identified by its distinct coloring ...

Typical ambush predators, they squeeze their bodies into the forest substrate or leaf litter so only their heads protrude. When anything smaller than their own bodies happens by, they spring from ...

Explore the unique adaptations of the world's slowest snakes, from the hefty Burmese python to the patient rosy boa. Discover ...

I really find that some of the most amazing animals on the face of the earth are the insects. I recently spent some time capturing a few incredible images of just one of these amazing animals, the ...