This is just one of the many reasons snakes are among the most fascinating creatures on Earth. From venomous vipers to massive pythons, many types of snakes have adapted to diverse environments.

Explore ten of the most colorful snake species, including the Milksnake, Corn Snake, Green Tree Python, and Rainbow Boa.

Their dark blue-black color makes them one of the ... prey with coils and squeezes the prey until it asphyxiates. Snakes of this species grow quite large, with a maximum length of 18 feet recorded ...