The vipers were born Oct. 11, the zoo said via its X account. Eyelash pit vipers are known for their signature “eyelash” scales — a unique evolutionary feature that helps them survive in their habitat ...

ABILENE, Tx — A rare and critically endangered snake at the Abilene Zoo has laid eggs. The rare Mangshan Pit Viper, which is native to the mountains of China, laid a clutch of eggs at the Abilene Zoo.

The email my grandson Parker sent his family and friends when he was in a South American jungle got everyone’s attention, including mine. “I found one! A snake of a lifetime. Truly the most incredible ...