Venom is one of nature’s most effective (and fascinating) survival tools. Across the world, a wide range of animals have ...

Venomous insects are far more common in the United States than many people realize. This video examines the species whose ...

The Maricopa harvester ant, native to Arizona and the southwest U.S., holds the world record for most toxic insect venom. Although its venom is potent, the ant is relatively docile and stings are not ...

Tiger beetles generate "anti bat-sonar" to prevent echolocating bats from eating them, scientists say. An experiment suggests the beetles mimic sounds created by poisonous insects that bats avoid.

From monarchs to sea slugs, various creatures consume chemicals that keep predators at bay Brian Handwerk - Science Correspondent Monarchs, some frogs and other animals feed on toxic plants or bugs ...