A better understanding of how these amphibians grow new appendages may lead to better wound healing—or even new limbs—in humans.

Iowa is home to 13 wild turtle species, nearly all of which are in need of conservation action, or are endangered due to a ...

Sunday, June 8 is World Oceans Day and we’re going to look at California’s state sea reptile as well as other turtles in our ...

The Sedona City Council held a first reading of an ordinance banning the display of “exotic” animals in public places during ...

Julie Watson In last month’s column (April Showers bring Vernal Pools) we talked a lot about Ohio’s native amphibians (frogs, toads, and salamanders). This month I want to talk about Ohio’s ...

Frederick N. Rasmussen recounts his family's 1950s roadtrips, characterized by Burma-Shave signs, sibling squabbles, and no ...

Hawaii does not have native snake populations, so any report of a snake on the loose is cause for alarm. That certainly was ...

Some reptiles evolve slowly - and once they find what works, they stick with it. These species have changed very little over millions of years, holding on to traits that continue to serve them well.

People in Palm Beach County may see tegus more often than they realize. They're the reptiles with the dotted black-and-white backs and tails.

Warmer weather means you have a greater chance of encountering snakes. Here is what experts say to do if that happens.

But sometimes that means crossing Missouri’s roadways. As summer nears and temperatures rise, Briggler said drivers might see ...

Every spring, thousands of turtles begin their yearly search for places to forage, mate and lay eggs. Sometimes they have to ...