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An extinct snake has slithered its way out of obscurity over four decades after its discovery. The newly described species of ...

In England, the “sword dragon” is discovered, a new species of Jurassic ichthyosaur that reveals clues about marine evolution ...

Island reptiles are vanishing fast—but scientists are barely paying attention. Here's why that needs to change.

“Charismatic megafauna” describes many people’s favorite animals: blue whales, giant pandas, elephants, penguins, and other large beasts of the natural world. Many of these animals are hunted to ...

A new study led by the University of Oxford has revealed that reptiles confined to islands are facing a double jeopardy.

The new assessment will enable researchers to understand the conservation needs of threatened species and find intelligent conservation solutions A new international study involving researchers from ...

Of the 10,196 species assessed, scientists found that at least 1,829 (21%) of species were threatened with extinction. "The potential loss of one-fifth of all reptile species reminds us how much of ...

Agriculture, logging and urban development pose significant risks to reptiles. More than a fifth of the world's reptiles are at risk of extinction in the coming decades due to human activity, ...

There were a whopping 28 different species of snakes, nine types of lizards, three bug and frog variants, and a single ...

If you’re thinking about welcoming a new scaly-skinned addition to your home, allow us to introduce you to the best types of reptiles you can keep as a pet. These air-breathing vertebrates include a ...

If you’re thinking about welcoming a new scaly-skinned addition to your home, allow us to introduce you to the best types of reptiles you can keep as a pet. These air-breathing vertebrates include a ...