This lizard’s physiology rewrites what we thought reptiles were capable of. Here’s the truth behind its notorious reputation, ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. A nearly-extinct Caribbean reptile is showing signs of a comeback ...

Dubbed the 'Jesus lizard,' the basilisk lizard of Central and South America possesses an astonishing ability to run across water. Specialized toes with fringed scales, a lightweight body, and a ...

Lizards live much longer in captivity than in the wild. How long do lizards live? We talk to an expert to find out. When you choose a lizard for a pet, you’re in it for the long haul. How long do ...

Every morning in Miami, our fieldwork begins the same way. Fresh Cuban coffee and pastelitos — delicious Latin American pastries — fuel our team for another day of evolutionary detective work. In this ...

Lizards are famous for losing their tails, but perhaps the bigger question should be: How do their tails stay on? The answer may lie in the appendage’s internal design. A structure of prongs, ...

From time to time, I’ve been accused of being a fossil killjoy. I pulverize childhood dreams like Diatryma crushed seeds (and not little horses). I’m not sure how true that is. I’ve yet to quantify ...