Scientists found key genetic changes in leopard geckos that naturally develop cancer, offering clues that may improve human cancer research.

Piedmont Public Library welcomed Piedmont Pet Planet on July 23, giving guests of all ages a close look at snakes, geckos, a ...

Researchers have discovered the type of stem cell allowing geckos to create new brain cells. This finding provides evidence that lizards may also be able to regenerate parts of the brain after injury.

Some creatures carry a shocking last resort when cornered by a predator: willingly giving up a piece of themselves to walk ...

Roughly 80 percent of lemon frost leopard geckos develop tumors within about five years of hatching, making this single color ...

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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 ...

A single hide might seem like enough for your leopard gecko, but that one cozy spot could be quietly working against its health. The number of hides you provide plays a bigger role in shedding, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. This article is more than 2 years old. Finding good data to ...

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 ...