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Lawsuit Filed To Protect Neuse River Waterdog
The USFWS was first served a petition to protect the amphibian in 2010 and failed to act on the petition. [...]
The African Chelonian Institute: Protecting The Turtles Of Africa
Although the decimation of some African chelonians has been well documented, many species are not listed on the IUCN Red List because there is almost [...]
Why Do Hognose Snakes Play Dead?
If predators are able to smell or detect the presence of toad toxins coming off the snakes in some way, that might contribute to a successful deterren [...]
Will Smith Handles Olive Python Like It’s No Big Deal
Thanks to his daughter Willow, Will Smith has no problem handling the snake. [...]
Scientists Use Drones To Count Olive Ridley Sea Turtles At Costa Rica’s Ostional National Wildlife Refuge
Drone footage revealed that sea turtle density during peak nesting season was about 2,086 reptiles per square kilometer. [...]
U.S. Herping Hotspots From East To West
Some of the best general areas for field herping in the United States. [...]
Two New Amazon Treefrog Species Described, One Named After Stanley Kubrick
The devil's treefrog and Kubrick's treefrog were thought to be a single species, the Sarayacu treefrog. [...]
East Coast Population Of Leatherback Sea Turtles May Be Downgraded From Endangered To Threatened Under ESA
The leatherback sea turtle is currently listed as endangered. [...]
Olive Ridley Sea Turtle Found Cold-Stunned On Oregon Beach Has Died
In spite of the best efforts by staff at the Oregon Coast Aquarium, Turkey died January 8. [...]
What Frog Makes A Soothing Noise?
There are a variety of websites that contain recordings of frogs calling, from chirpy types to those that are more quack-like.
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An Examination Of Tortoise Health Conditions
Find out what ails your tortoise and potential remedies. [...]
Joining A Herpetology/Reptile Club
Herp clubs exists for every aspect of the hobby. Some focus on herpetoculture, some on field observation and many blend both. [...]
Indonesia Authorities Move To Remove Tire From Around Saltwater Crocodile’s Neck
The croc has had a tire around its neck for more than two years. [...]
Two-Headed Rat Snake That Was Almost Killed Will Live Out Its Life At Interpretive Center
The snake will live out its life at the Missouri Department of Conservation's Shepherd of the Hills Hatchery. [...]
The Best Guide To Bearded Dragon Nutrition
The secrets to bearded dragon health and longevity. [...]
Top 5 Tips To Protect The Health Of Your Reptiles
Do your homework, and research what is involved in caring for a reptile, before selecting the species that you want to keep. [...]
Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake Washes Ashore In Newport Beach, Calif.
This marks the 5th time since 1972, and the 4th since 2015, that a yellow-bellied sea snake washed up on a California beach. [...]
Sand And Scrub-dwelling Snake Species
Sandy landscapes are home to many interesting snakes, from leaf-nosed species
to the sand swimmers. [...]
Nicole Richie Gives Her Bearded Dragon A Soak
Nicole Richie keeps a bearded dragon and dances while letting it soak. [...]
New Lizard Species Discovered In Fossilized Dinosaur’s Belly
What species the lizard was has confounded scientists for more than 150 years. [...]
Reptiles And Amphibians In Pharmaceutical Research
The natural world continues to be the major source of therapeutic leads, with a number of promising new reptile and amphibian-derived medications clos [...]
Keeping The Java Hump-Headed Lizard
Proven tips for keeping and successfully breeding the Java hump-headed lizard. [...]
Florida’s Invasive Burmese Pythons Spreading Disease To Native Snakes, Study Says
Burmese pythons introduced the Raillietiella orientalis parasite to native snakes in Florida. [...]
Iguanas Falling From Trees In South Florida Due To Extreme Cold
As the weather hits the 30s and 40s in South Florida, invasive iguanas start falling from their perches. [...]
