The question of whether Earth is alone in harboring life has captivated humanity for millennia. In recent years, scientists ...

A new species of ancient lizard is discovered in Utah. The lizard, named Bolg amondol, lived 75 million years ago. It was ...

In the harsh and unforgiving landscapes of the world’s deserts, a remarkable group of reptiles has evolved extraordinary ...

Before we leave our discussion of the joys of summer, tribute should be paid to that miracle of climatic adaptation, the Sonoran Desert Stick Lizard.

Meyerson defines invasive species as "non-native species introduced either intentionally or accidentally by humans outside of ...

The arid landscapes of the United States with their endless sands and rugged terrains may seem inhospitable to some, but to certain lizard species, these lands are a paradise teeming with life. These ...

Data collection in the laboratory: After euthanizing the lizards with chloroform, we recorded their mass (BM, g) using portable Pesola ® suited for the mass of the individual. We then fixed each ...

Lizard named common chuckwalla in desert ambiance. Image via Depositphotos. Desert lizards have developed an array of physical and behavioral adaptations that enable them to survive. These include ...

How are desert lizards impacted by increased temperatures resulting from climate change? This is what a recent study published in Science hopes to address as an international team of researchers ...

Functional morphology of scale hinges used to transport water: convergent drinking adaptations in desert lizards (Moloch horridus and Phrynosoma cornutum). Zoomorphology 126:89‑102.