Recent research suggests that turtles are closely related to lizards - but does this matter?

Jul 27, 2011 - John Blatchford

Lizards and snakes are so morphologically similar that they are classified together into the same order and suborder.

Oct 2, 2009 - Dennis Holley

Learn what a snake lizard is and why it is also known as a glass lizard. Explore the habitat of these unique creatures and understand how to identify them.

Jun 15, 2010 - Heather Phillips

Turtles, the most ancient lineage of the living reptiles, have scarcely changed over the course of their 260 million years history.

Sep 16, 2009 - Dennis Holley

There are seven types of lizard that might be seen on a holiday in France.

Jul 6, 2008 - John Blatchford

It is uncommon for sea turtles to range north of Oregon, but their appearance in Alaskan waters occurs often enough that they can't be considered accidental visitors.

Jul 24, 2008 - John Pohl

What does it mean to dream about a snake or snake bite? Analysis and interpretation of snakes, frogs, toads, lizards and dinosaurs in dreams.

Aug 13, 2010 - Cathy Anne Smith

The Eastern (or Common) Brown snake is possibly the most feared of Australian snakes, responsible for more deaths through snake bite than any other species.

Oct 24, 2010 - Antonietta Salerno

"Always carry a small flagon of whiskey in case of snakebite and furthermore always carry a small snake." (W. C. Fields)

Oct 4, 2009 - Dennis Holley

Snakes are, surprisingly to some people, generally a low-maintenance pet. Small snakes are popular, fascinating and easy to care for.

May 22, 2009 - Ian Dutton

Fascinated by snakes since childhood, naturalist Rudy Mancke teaches others how to skin a snake.

Nov 26, 2008 - Arlene Marturano

According to some traditions, snake was sinister. To the Celts and Native Americans, snake was beneficial. Snake represented rebirth, ridding the old for the better new.

Jul 15, 2007 - Jill Stefko

Carnac island in Western Australia is home to the only population of blind tiger snakes in the world. But how do they survive without sight?

Feb 12, 2010 - Sarah Curran-Ragan

Kingsnakes and milk snakes are fairly popular as pet snakes due to their coloring and because they are relatively easy to care for.

Jan 23, 2010 - Ian Dutton

The Devon heaths will be the first reintroduction site as conservation organizations work to restore the native smooth snake into its former range in southern England.

Aug 28, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Southern Illinois has numerous different species of snakes. Many are common. Six species are covered here. Valuing snakes and their role in nature is vital.

Oct 18, 2010 - Steve Karsen

The lowly snake has been misunderstood and feared for centuries. Learn how they work and how the snake plays a vital role in the environment

Feb 28, 2008 - Beverly Hill

The Coral Snake is the most poisonous snake native to north America. Its venom is 2 to 3 times stronger than the most dangerous rattlesnake.

Jul 30, 2010 - Tom Raley

The grass snake, natrix natrix, is a non-venomous snake found in Europe. It inhabits wetlands and has a reputation for feigning death when threatened.

Feb 18, 2011 - Ian Dutton