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Island reptiles are vanishing fast—but scientists are barely paying attention. Here's why that needs to change.

The alligators and crocodiles command attention in ways that make you grateful for the barriers between you. The white alligator exhibit is particularly mesmerizing—these rare creatures look like they ...

Volcanic Origins Created Perfect Isolation The Galápagos Islands were formed millions of years ago through volcanic activity.

A new study led by the University of Oxford has revealed that reptiles confined to islands are facing a double jeopardy. Despite being more likely to ...

Related: This Massive Go-Kart Track in Pennsylvania Will Take You on an Insanely Fun Ride The snapping turtle exhibit might give you pause, especially when you see the powerful beak that gives these ...

A new study led by the University of Oxford has revealed that reptiles confined to islands are facing a double jeopardy.

These species have evolved to survive extreme environments and live far beyond what we typically associate with animal lifespans.

The Australian Reptile Park is throwing a party, as one of its most iconic residents, Hugo the Galapagos tortoise, celebrates his 75th birthday. To mark the milestone, keepers prepared Hugo a special ...

Galápagos tortoises, the largest living species of tortoise, can weigh over 500 pounds and live 100-plus years. The gentle giants symbolize endurance, evolution, and the balance of Galápagos Islands ...

Beloved nonagenarians Mommy and Abrazzo are parents once again. Nine more western Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoises have hatched, the Philadelphia Zoo announced Wednesday. This is the couple’s second ...

The Philadelphia Zoo is celebrating a big moment for an almost-extinct reptile species: the hatching of nine critically endangered Western Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoises. The babies will join their ...