The coucal kills snakes by battering them against the ground or a branch.

Rattlesnakes, known for their iconic rattle and potent venom, are among North America’s most formidable predators. Despite these defences, they are not invulnerable. Numerous animals have evolved ...

Africa's Senegal coucal, a ground-dwelling bird, expertly hunts snakes, its primary prey. While snakes rely on venom or ...

Getting on the trail in the western United States means entering one of nature’s most awe-inspiring territories. The ...