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By Shreya Dasgupta Reptile species found only on islands are significantly more vulnerable to extinction than their mainland ...

“Charismatic megafauna” describes many people’s favorite animals: blue whales, giant pandas, elephants, penguins, and other large beasts of the natural world. Many of these animals are hunted to ...

Australia is home to many endangered reptiles and frogs. This national snapshot shows their numbers have dropped sharply. But ...

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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 ...

The new assessment will enable researchers to understand the conservation needs of threatened species and find intelligent conservation solutions A new international study involving researchers from ...

A new extinct flying reptile species has been discovered in fossilized dinosaur vomit. Known as "regurgitalite," the remains of stomach content have been kept in Museu Câmara Cascudo at the ...

If you’re thinking about welcoming a new scaly-skinned addition to your home, allow us to introduce you to the best types of reptiles you can keep as a pet. These air-breathing vertebrates include a ...