Biologists map the family tree of all known snake and lizard groups
(Phys.org) —A George Washington University biologist and a team of researchers have created the first large-scale evolutionary family tree for every snake and lizard around the globe.
May 08, 2013
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How do chameleons and other creatures change colour?
When most people think of colour change, they think of octopuses or chameleons – but the ability to rapidly change colour is surprisingly widespread.
May 03, 2013
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A beautiful species of tree iguana redescribed 179 years after its discovery
Tree iguanas (Liolaemus) are one of the most diverse genus of lizards in the world with 230 described species. Within these, Liolaemus nigromaculatus - the second described species of the genus Liolaemus - is usually ...
Apr 23, 2013
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Geckos keep firm grip in wet natural habitat
(Phys.org) —Geckos' ability to stick to trees and leaves during rainforest downpours has fascinated scientists for decades, leading a group of University of Akron researchers to solve the mystery.
Apr 01, 2013
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Scientists confirm first two-headed bull shark
(Phys.org) —Scientists have confirmed the discovery of the first-ever, two-headed bull shark.
Mar 25, 2013
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Remains of huge fossilized flying reptile displayed in Rio
The fossilized remains of a huge prehistoric flying reptile was unveiled Wednesday at the Rio de Janeiro National Museum where an international congress on the extinct species is to be held in May.
Mar 20, 2013
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Peru surprises with two new amazing species of woodlizards
Two new woodlizard species have been uncovered from poorly explored areas of the Peruvian jungles. The males have beautiful body colouration with a distinctive green pattern before a dark brown and black ...
Mar 20, 2013
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Seven rare Komodo dragons hatch in Indonesia
Seven Komodo dragons have hatched under a breeding programme at an Indonesian zoo, an official said, a success story that raises hope for the endangered lizard.
Mar 20, 2013
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Lizards facing mass extinction, new research suggests
Slithering towards extinction: Almost 1 in 5 reptiles are struggling to survive
Pitch perfect: How fairy-wrens identify other species' alarm calls
When you're a 10-gram fairy-wren living with the constant threat of being killed and eaten it's important to stay alert, and understanding which calls of other species signal danger can help you stay one ...
Feb 05, 2013
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Snakes meet their match in offspring-protecting lizards
(Phys.org)—A particular species of lizard will aggressively defend their eggs from predators such as snakes, a James Cook University researcher has found.
Jan 30, 2013
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New 'Moby Dick' lizard species found in Madagascar
A new lizard species has been discovered in Madagascar and named "Moby Dick" mermaid skink—after the albino sperm whale imagined by Herman Melville—for its flipper-like forelimbs and unpigmented skin, France's National ...
Jan 15, 2013
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