Fossil Vertebra of Elapid Snake (IMAGE) Ohio University Caption Ohio University scientists have found the oldest definitive fossil evidence of modern, venomous snakes in Africa, according to a new study published March 19 in the journal PLOS ONE. Credit Jacob McCartney, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Usage Restrictions Please credit Jacob McCartney, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.