When we think of geckos, we don’t typically think of how they communicate. It’s not often that you see geckos make sounds, so ...

In reptiles, a simple temperature change can determine whether an egg develops into a male or female. This process is formally known as temperature-dependent sex determination (TSD), in which the sex ...

Aside from the furry critters you see during your pet store visit, such as cats, dogs, rabbits, hamsters, and guinea pigs, reptiles are a popular choice to have as a pet. One of the most popular pet ...

Scientists have discovered a new species of leopard gecko 1 in the rocky scrublands of Bihar, adding another branch to a little-known line of reptiles that has evolved across the subcontinent’s ...

This column is part of a series where Verge staffers post highly subjective reviews of animals. Up until now, we’ve written about animals without telling you whether they suck or rule. We are now ...