Reptiles

BGU researchers part of international team in study saying reptiles could face extinction threat

Reptiles include a wide variety of cold-blooded, air-breathing vertebrates, including snakes, lizards, turtles, iguanas, crocodiles, and alligators.

THE BGU TEAM out in the field.
140 reptiles and other animals were seized by Israeli authorities.

Israel foils smuggling of 140 exotic reptiles in Ben-Gurion Airport, animals in terrible condition

 An oriental garden lizard.

A new iguana species discovered in China - study

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The medical reason you might not want to share your dessert with an Iguana


Ancient 'Dragon of Death' flying reptile discovered in Argentina

The new specimen of ancient flying reptile, or pterosaur, measured around 30 feet (9 meters) long and lived 86 million years ago alongside dinosaurs.

 Pterosaur (Illustrative).

Squamates were present on Earth for longer than previously thought - study

Although the Squamata is the largest order of reptiles, made up of over 10,000 different species, their evolutionary origins are not yet well understood.

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Over 21% of reptiles are at risk of extinction - study

Although reptiles benefit from generalized conservation efforts, targeted measures are urgently needed to protect some of the most threatened species

A volunteer holds a Sand Lizard prior to its release into the wild in sand dunes near Talacre, north Wales September 10, 2013. The lizard, one of Britain's rarest species of reptile is being released along with 400 others at seven sites across England and Wales this week as part of a long term conse

6 Interesting Tips on How to Care For Pet Reptiles