The docile, nonvenomous eastern indigo snake is known for its lustrous, blue-black body; the reddish-orange hue on its chin, throat and cheeks; and its large size, as long as 7 feet from nose to tail, ...

Scientists found that eastern indigo snakes leave detectable DNA in the soil in less than two minutes—and the snakes sometimes continue to be detectable for up to 10 days. "This method increases ...

Displaying the imagery of snakes preying on other snakes, the article delves into the phenomenon of ophiophagus species.

Eastern Indigo Snake poised on brown soil surrounded by sparse scrubs and bare trees. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert!

NOTE: In 2016 biologists released a study determining that the species till then known as the “eastern indigo snake” is in fact two separate species — the eastern indigo snake, Drymarchon Couperi, and ...

For those looking for a late Valentine's Day celebration, the Chattanooga Zoo has the perfect date set up with their "Hearts ...