Zebras and tigers have stripes, cheetahs and leopards have spots, and the ocellated lizard (Timon lepidus) boasts a labyrinthine pattern of black-and-green chains of scales. Now researchers from the ...

Discover natural and effective ways to keep lizards out of your home. By controlling their insect food sources, using ...

A lot of us are scared of lizards. Just the sight of them is enough for some people to let out a scream. Ever wondered why do lizards come to homes? Well, they are insectivores and they come inside ...

On the hottest day of the year, a chilly wind whips across the boat speeding south from Ventura. Cathy Schwemm, a veteran of such voyages, keeps her balance on the tilting deck as other spray-dampened ...

We see lizards almost every day– on walls, near lights, or hiding in corners. Most of the time, we don’t even pay attention to them. But these small creatures are actually full of surprises. Some can ...

If you've ever had a lizard dash across your wall or appear near the curtains, you've definitely felt the same slight startle that most people do. A recurring issue is whether these tiny critters can ...

When it comes to studying lungs, humans take up all the air, but it turns out scientists have a lot to learn from lizards. A new study from Princeton University shows how the brown anole lizard solves ...

Lizards are often considered one of the best natural pest controllers. But despite their advantages, these tiny creatures can pose risks to your health when they invade indoor spaces by dropping ...

An artistic interpretation of a newly discovered extinct species of lizard-like reptile belonging to the same ancient lineage as New Zealand’s living tuatara. Julius Csotonyi for the Smithsonian ...