When it comes to research on venom and converting it into useful drugs, studies involving exotic snakes or brightly colored frogs seem to attract the most attention. However, one of the most promising ...

The textile cone snail is a beautiful but dangerous creature. Its venom can paralyze or even kill. Scientists are studying the venom's unique toxins. These toxins may lead to new painkillers and ...

A teenager has shared his near-death beach experience after picking up one of the world's deadliest animals—which harbors enough venom to kill 700 people. The teenager, identified only as Jono, from ...

A Master Reef Guide spots a cone snail camouflaged amongst the coral. Source: Master Reef Guides It may look pretty, but this seemingly harmless shell is one of the deadliest creatures on earth.