These legless reptiles evolved from four-legged lizards during the Jurassic period (201 million to 145 million years ago). Like nearly all living reptiles, snakes are cold-blooded, meaning they rely ...

In the study of why and how animals look the way they do, color is king—at least, the range of color humans can see. A ...

The Argentine black and white tegu lizard is a non-native, invasive species distributed throughout Florida through escapes or ...

Long snakes, small lizards and large-shelled tortoises were the stars of the weekend HERPS Exotic Reptile & Pet Show at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center.

The study shows that UV colors are widespread in snakes, and may play a significant role in evading predators such as birds.

A thrilling encounter between a king cobra and a monitor lizard showcases the lethal capabilities of both reptiles. With its neurotoxic bite, the cobra often emerges victorious. Monitor lizards ...

This species harms native Florida ecosystems, eats at least five different native frog species, lizards or small snakes, and their tadpoles compete with native tadpoles for space and food.