Learn how this ghostly gecko's webbed feet help it survive in the dunes of the Namib Desert. Find out more about this petite, ...

Gargoyle geckos are native to New Caledonia, a French territory east of Australia. They're small, often colorful lizards that are easy to care for and have become more popular to keep as pets. Keep ...

What Is a Leopard Gecko? A leopard gecko is a domestic lizard species small enough to fit in your hand, reaching 8 inches long and weighing 2 ounces by adulthood. They range in color but are typically ...

As we welcome the warmer months here in Arizona, it's not uncommon for you to encounter a lizard or two enjoying the sunshine in your backyard. If you stare at them long enough you'll spot them ...

Reptiles have long been considered to be dim-witted and cold-blooded (in more ways than one), but research is beginning to find that they possess an impressive collection of cognitive abilities. For ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. The crested gecko's current popularity in the pet trade ...