An ancient Greek snake altar made to appease the gods of the underworld was just unearthed in southern Turkey. Though the ancient city in which it was found is believed to be the birthplace of Santa ...

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Goldie the reticulated python, a resident of the Skunk Ape Research Headquarters in Ochopee, Florida, has died at approximately 35 years old. Believed to be the largest snake in captivity, Goldie ...

“Goldie passed away due to complications of old age, and she will be deeply missed by all of us. ... She was truly a legend among reticulated pythons.” The 400-pound snake was a key attraction ...