In the past, many scientists believed that only mammals and birds could feel or think in complex ways. Reptiles, fish, and insects were seen as simple creatures that reacted purely on instinct. But ...

“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 ...

MANCHESTER, Mo. – What sits across the busy street of Manchester Road is a rising business that’s capturing the eye of St. Louisans—in a surprising way. Located at 14390 Manchester Road, The Reptile ...

A 120-year-old tortoise named Orville, along with five other giants, survived a devastating fire at Reptile Gardens in South ...

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Exotic animal medicine demands specialized skills far beyond traditional veterinary training, so let's explore the role, salary, and career outlook.

Midwest Expos is billed as delivering excellence through immersive education and entertaining experiences. One way the Wheatfield company does that is through reptile shows. The final Valparaiso ...

An exciting new species of lizard, Diploderma bifluviale, has been discovered in the upper Dadu River valley of Sichuan, ...