#reptiles

It's a common myth that you can determine the age of a tortoise or turtle by counting the rings on its shell. The rings on the shell are caused by...    Read more

The world's largest type of lizard by weight is the Komodo dragon. These impressive creatures are native to the Indonesian islands of Komodo, Rinca,...    Read more

The world's largest type of salamander is known as the Chinese giant salamander. They are found in the rocky, mountainous streams and lakes of China,...    Read more

Ocean temperatures have a significant impact on the behavior and migration patterns of marine birds and reptiles. These animals are ectothermic,...    Read more

The world's largest type of tortoise by weight is the Galapagos tortoise, which can weigh up to 550 pounds (250 kilograms). These tortoises are...    Read more

The most common type of reptile in the world is the snake. With over 3,000 species of snakes, they can be found in nearly every part of the world,...    Read more

The largest living species of tortoise is the Galapagos tortoise. These massive, slow-moving reptiles are found exclusively in the Galapagos Islands,...    Read more

Turtles are fascinating creatures that have been around for millions of years. One of the questions that people often ask about turtles is whether or...    Read more

The world's largest sea turtle is the leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea), which can weigh up to 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) and reach lengths of...    Read more

While the color of a lizard's scales can provide information about its health and habitat, it cannot determine its age accurately. Unlike tree rings...    Read more