Scientists are discovering new species at the bottom of the ocean and deep in the rainforest, but there are also plenty of new animals being discovered in cities around the world!

Several cultures portray the world as being carried on the back of a giant turtle. As it turns out, sea turtles really do house an entire world on their backs — one of microscopic organisms, that is!

Why can amphibians, fish and even some reptiles regenerate limbs, while birds and mammals can’t? Researchers think they might have found a clue on the tip of the alligator’s tail.

When living underground leaves them vulnerable to attack, burrowing owls have a trick up their sleeve—they’ve developed the ability to mimic rattlesnake sounds that scare off predators!

Uncover how snake venom, often seen as deadly, can be a source of life-saving medical treatments. This video explains the process of venom extraction and its transformation into medicines. Discover how toxins from species like the...

Discover the world's diverse snake species, from creatively named snakes like the Black-Tailed Cribo to the dangerous black mamba in Africa. Learn about the ecological impacts of invasive species like Florida's pythons and the...

This video covers the life cycle of snakes, detailing how they are born, either through laying eggs or live birth, and their survival challenges as snakelets. It explains their growth, frequent skin shedding, and dietary habits as...

Explore the basics of snake biology in this easy-to-understand guide. Learn about their cold-blooded nature, how they live in warm places, and their unique body features like scales made of keratin and flexible backbones. Discover how...

Explore the fascinating world of snakes, from the giant Anaconda to the tiny Bramini blind snake. Learn about their diverse habitats, the fear of snakes (Ophidiophobia), and their ecological roles. Discover how some snakes can glide...

What is a herpetologist? It's someone who studies reptiles and amphibians! Meet Jessica Ford, a PhD candidate at McGill University, who studies toads and tadpoles and their connection with the environment. If you like playing in the mud,...

All of the frogs in a pond tend to spawn roughly within a few days of each other. The female releases 1000 to 2000 eggs, the male then releases sperm. The eggs are coated in jelly, and are popularly known as 'frogspawn'. After 10-14...

A rainbow boa snake flicks its tongue.

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) tadpoles, showing blood circulation in the gills

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) tadpole

Frog in river's aestuary

tree lizard wait for it’s foods

tree lizard wait for it’s foods

Head of Albino burmese python

Medium, tracking-left - A snake slithers across sandy desert ground / Egypt

Set studio-snake on tree (Reticulated python)

Set studio-snake on tree (Reticulated python)

boa in a tree in the woods

Set studio-snake on tree (Reticulated python)

Turtles