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Gaboon vipers have the longest fangs of any venomous snake on earth. The fangs are so long that they must retract when not in use. It is only when Gaboon vipers strike that their fangs are released at ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photo Credit: iStock A video of a venomous snake is drawing interest online for one — well, two — clear reasons: When the snake ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. The Gaboon viper is an African snake species that is ...

Africa's Gaboon viper is a marvel of evolution. This large snake uses camouflage and patience to survive. Its unique features help control small mammal populations. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons ...

A master of disguise lies in wait as potential prey forage for food nearby. Gaboon vipers (Bitis gabonica) use camouflage to hide in plain sight. Their broad, V-shaped head mimics the fallen leaves, ...

A video of a venomous snake is drawing interest online for one — well, two — clear reasons: When the snake opens its mouth in a yawn-like motion, a pair of very large fangs briefly swing into view ...