In the world of rattlesnakes, size records are usually dominated by heavyweights such as eastern and western diamondbacks, but one compact desert species has its own quietly impressive claim to fame.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. These Saharan ants reach speeds of up to 0.855 meters per second on sand that can reach up to 70 degrees Celsius (158°F). A ...

Long before it became a vast desert, the Sahara supported rivers, lakes, and dangerous wildlife. Fossil discoveries reveal ...

In the Arizona desert, scientists have uncovered a bizarre and almost unbelievable partnership between ants: tiny cone ants ...

Tiger rattlesnakes reach about 35.9 inches and live in Arizona and northwestern Mexico. They are small but highly venomous desert snakes. They prefer rocky terrain and rely on camouflage. Most people ...