Ancient Egypt Was Likely Home to Many More Venomous Snakes Than Today, Here’s Why

Ancient Egypt is known for its great pharaohs and even greater pyramids, but now researchers are beginning to say it should also be known for its venomous snakes. One of the oldest human documents ever discovered dates back more than 2,500 years, and experts believe it's actually a copy of a much older record and it’s all about venomous snake bites.