The fact that a question was asked by a second-grader does not mean it is uninteresting, nor does it mean the answer is simple. Q:Why is it that all reptiles have tails? A:Rudyard Kipling offered ...

Reptiles get a bad rap. As symbols of evil or villainy in Western culture, they are often linked to sin and betrayal, an ...

About one-fifth of all reptile species, including crocodiles and turtles, are at risk of extinction. That’s the conclusion of a major new study published in the journal Nature. Multiple factors are ...

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 ...

Nearly one fifth of all reptiles — turtles, snakes, lizards and crocodiles — are on a slippery slope toward extinction due to loss of habitat, overharvesting and other factors, a new report says. The ...

Reptiles are becoming increasingly popular as pets and it’s easy to see why. With their unique looks, quiet nature, and relatively low-maintenance lifestyle, they offer a refreshing alternative to ...

Are snakes reptiles? Despite their different body structure, snakes share all of the necessary physiological traits that make up the reptile group. These include both their external structure (e.g., ...

Contrary to popular belief, not all snakes lay eggs. Several species, including the green anaconda and common boa constrictor, give birth to live youn ...

Snakes, turtles, frogs, lizards and other reptiles may not be the cuddliest pets in the world, but they actually do make good pets! Watching these creatures slither and crawl is a really fascinating ...

Wildfires rage, yet many snakes slither on. Here’s how ancient survival tricks may be helping reptiles outlast climate-driven ...