By Herp News A newly discovered, 48-million-year-old fossil, known as a ‘Jesus lizard’ for its ability to walk on water, may provide insight into how climate change may affect tropical species. Go to Source …read more Read more here: herpetofauna.com No products found. Amazon Auto Links
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Jul 01
Jul 01
USFWS reviewing 10 herps for Endangered Species listings
Prompted by a petition in 2012 by the Center for Biological Diversity the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reviewing 10 species of reptiles and amphibians to consider them for federal protection under the Endangered Species Act, despite many of the listed species enjoying protection of state laws in their home range. According to media […]
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Encountering a reptilian monster: the saltwater crocodile
“Crocodile,” is an animal which makes you think twice before entering a river or lake, an animal which is responsible for numerous deaths every year, and a reptile which freaks out people more than a snake. Just imagine my reaction when I came across this magnificent and deadly reptile in the wild. India has a […]
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World's fourth two-headed bearded dragon born
An incredibly unusual two-headed bearded dragon stunned their owner after hatching in Liverpool. From the Mirror: Owner Stephen Evans, 34 has bred bearded dragon lizards for 17 years and made the discovery this morning after checking a clutch of eggs. Originally, he thought there were two lizards in one egg but says he was shocked […]
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Herp Photo of the Day: Leopard Frog Tadpole
One of these things isn’t just like the other! The Leucistic tadpole really stands out in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user retnaburner! Be sure to tell retnaburner you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more […]
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