Daily Reptile News and Information About Reptiles

Lizards and snakes are part of a vast order of reptiles known as Squamata. These types of reptiles represent the most numerous and diverse group amongst this animal class with nearly 11,000 living species. If you’re trying to pick just one as ...

Ball pythons, or “royal pythons,” are docile and calm snakes native to the grasslands of West and Central Africa. When threatened, these friendly companions curl into a tight “ball” with their heads protected in the center, hence the name. With ...

Reptiles, with their scaly skin, cold-blooded physiology, and prehistoric heritage, have fascinated mankind for years. These tetrapod vertebrates feature dry, scaly skin, which keeps them from drying out and helps them regulate their body ...

What’s the difference between an amphibian and a reptile? Despite seeing them on TV and reading about them in books, many people often confuse the two. To be clear, they share some similarities, which is one reason for this confusion. ...

Reptiles are, unfortunately, often unappreciated as pets. While there may be a dedicated community of people who love scaly critters in the world, knowing where to start looking for good reptile pets can be difficult. After all, you want to set ...