Red-footed tortoises have moods, at least of optimism and pessimism, just as so-called higher animals do, a new study has ...

Generally hypoallergenic, quiet, clean and relatively undemanding, they’re popular with allergy sufferers, people living in small spaces and those with busy work schedules.

Animal behavior and cognition experts at the University of Lincoln, U.K., have made new discoveries about reptile sentience ...

From what the researchers were able to gather, the new species of pterosaur—dubbed Eotephradactylus mcintireae after Suzanne ...

Do reptiles react to the changing moon cycles. Are they more active during the full moon? Mr. Wironen’s 4th grade, Reingold ...

In the past, many scientists believed that only mammals and birds could feel or think in complex ways. Reptiles, fish, and ...

There is mounting evidence that even surprisingly simple animals, like invertebrates, have a level of consciousness - but not ...

Says Charlotte Regan, Wildlife Campaigns Manager, World Animal Protection: "Reptiles and amphibians are sentient beings capable of a range of complex emotional states including pain, fear, stress, and ...

For centuries, reptiles have been portrayed as cold, emotionless creatures with primitive brains capable of only the most basic functions. From cultural depictions of sinister snakes to scientific ...

Reptiles are no longer just survivors—they are sentient, emotional beings. Rethinking their inner lives could revolutionize reptile care and conservation.

MUMBAI: Thirty-six endangered reptiles, including six iguanas and 30 orange-bearded dragons, were seized by Mumbai customs after they arrived on a flight from Bangkok on Sunday night. One ...

A recent global review found that more than 20% of reptile species were in decline and at risk of extinction. This is similar to the percentage of threatened mammals, amphibians and birds.