The image of airborne snakes may seem like the stuff of nightmares (or a certain Hollywood movie), but in the jungles of South and Southeast Asia it is reality. Flying snake is a misnomer ...

The thought of snakes gliding through the air may seem like a scene out of a nightmare or a Hollywood thriller, but in the dense jungles of South and Southeast Asia, it's a reality. Flying snakes ...

View Full Profile. Learn about our Editorial Policies. The paradise tree snake, of course, has no limbs to which such a membrane might be attached, and its noodle-shaped body does not seem ideal for ...

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The air isn't just for insects, bats or birds - there are a few other animals that can take to the skies. From tree snakes to flying fish, discover some creatures that use the air to their advantage.