Reptiles
This venomous pit viper snake has been hiding a secret…
The Himalayan pit viper was first described in 1864, and until recently was believed to be one single, although widespread, species.
"An attack can be fatal, due to their venom and bacteria..." The 3 deadliest, most lethal lizards the planet
Lizards are armed with venom, muscle and a deadly bite. Meet some of the world’s most dangerous reptilian predators
A carnivore has moved into Florida's Everglades – and it's threatening native crocodiles and alligators
The invasive spectacled caiman could be hampering efforts to restore the Everglades ecosystem, according to a recent review.
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Do snakes eat each other?
Do snakes eat other snakes? Can they be cannibalistic? Stuart Blackman investigates
"It has incredibly potent venom, causing catastrophic internal bleeding and horrifying consequences – with the body coming apart from within."
“Bleeding from the inside out”: the boomslang’s lethal venom makes it one of Africa’s most dangerous snakes
9 beautiful, breathtaking photos of sea turtles that prove just how majestic (and fearless) these marine creatures can be
Flip out with these adorable photos to celebrate World Sea Turtle Day, a day that draws attention to the importance and beauty of these endangered animals
Trap tentacles, spider-tails and faking death: Meet the world's most cunning snakes
The king cobra is widely considered to be the smartest snake in the world, but there are other snake species that use clever tactics to lure and catch their prey.
Brits are going crazy for pet snakes. And it’s getting out of hand
The reptile pet trade is thriving, but demands are increasing for tighter regulatory controls
"It's one of the speediest snakes in the world, capable of moving at 20kph. Its venom affects the nerves and heart, and victims can die very quickly"
All you need to know about one of the world's deadliest snakes - the black mamba
This slithering, fork-tongued creature may look like a snake – but it does something no snake can do
It's mating season for this legless lizard, making it easier to spot – here's how to be sure it's not a snake you're seeing.
"Its venom disrupts the blood-clotting system, causing haemorrhage and kidney failure. Without prompt treatment bites can be fatal..."
Inconspicuous, quick to anger and armed with potent venom, the saw-scaled viper is one of the most dangerous snakes in the world.
Crocs swallow rocks for two reasons. The second will amaze you
Crocodiles and alligators have been found with rocks in their bellies. They swallow these stones on purpose
5 saltwater crocodiles tracked through the misty mangroves of Bangladesh. Here's what scientists found – and why it matters
Researchers wanted to learn more about the movements of translocated and captive-reared crocodiles in the Sundarbans – one of the world’s largest mangrove forests.
Which species are named after Sir David Attenborough? And how many of them are there?
Sir David Attenborough has over 50 species named after him, ranging from a prehistoric marine reptile to a native British flower only found in the Brecon Beacons of South Wales.
A venomous pit viper has been hiding in China's misty mountains
Scientists describe new species of amber-eyed, grass-green snake from China's Giant Panda National Park.
"They can deliver an agonising bite and its venom attacks the nervous system, causing severe pain and a drop in blood pressure..."
Jo Price explains all you need to know about the Gila monster, including how its venom has helped save lives
"It’s all very well squeezing the living breath out of your victims before swallowing them whole, but how do you avoid asphyxiating yourself in the process?"
Researchers reveals how these heavy-bodied snakes consume prey while inhaling and exhaling.
“Security tapped me on the shoulder. A deadly green mamba was slithering across the desk”
While attending the UN Environment Assembly in Nairobi, Luke Foddy had a run-in with a green mamba. Or was it?
“It was moving like a worm and a mole simultaneously.” This strange creature has a pair of ‘hands’ and uses its head as a battering ram
This freakish mole-worm hybrid is well-equipped for burrowing life
9 weirdest snakes on the planet, from one that can fly to one that looks like a spider. There's even a spiky species that looks more like a dragon...
Discover the planet's most bizarre and frankly weird snakes, including one that can glide through the air
What’s the longest living land animal? Meet the ‘giant’ that’s older than Yellowstone National Park
Jonathan is thought to be born in 1832 and resides on a volcanic island in the South Atlantic ocean
"One bite contains enough venom to kill at least 100 adult humans" 13 deadliest, most venomous, snakes on the planet
Snake bites constitute a major cause of animal-related deaths, with the WHO describing it as a “a neglected public health issue”. Here is our list of the deadliest snakes with bites that can kill...
How on Earth do sea turtles find their way back to where they hatched?
Female turtles return to the beach where they originally hatched to lay their eggs, but how do they know where it is?
“It’s a bit like sea turtle forensics." Scientists looked inside 24 turtles – and uncovered secrets from the past
Sea turtle shells are helping researchers learn more about major environmental changes in the ocean's past.
