The Panther Chameleon is one of the striking species of chameleons native to Madagascar. A master of color change, this chameleon can achieve intricate patterns which attract both the researcher and the observer alike since all its specially fitted adaptations and behaviors seem so interesting. Physical Characteristics The general coloration is probably the most distinctive…
Some of the most interesting and diverse reptiles belong to the genus Varanus, better known as monitor lizards, which are found in Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Large, intelligent, and adaptive, monitor lizards have always been one of the interesting animals among herpetologists and lovers of nature. The paper will closely examine the physical traits, behavior,…
By now, the bearded dragon is probably the most popular pet among reptiles. Actually, that is the result of a number of facts: this species is usually rather harmless, and its striking look and moderate, easy conditions of care won the hearts of a great number of herp enthusiasts all over the world. The paper…
Box Turtle of the genus Terrapene is one particularly interesting land turtle due to its structure and behavior. Native to North America, Box Turtles are widely known because of their strange, box-like shells and usually give immense contribution to the ecosystems where they dwell. This article will, in great detail outline the physical characteristics, habitat,…
The garter snake is one of the most common and widely distributed snakes in North America. Generally small to medium in size, these snakes have gained much interest among herpetologists and snake fanciers because of their adaptability, tame nature, and aesthetic appearance. Nevertheless, despite all the gentleness, garter snakes play an important role in their…
The leatherback is a marine turtle of impressive magnitude, Dermochelys coriacea; it is also among the most ancient animals surviving on Earth. Renowned for huge size, unique physiology, and marathon migrations, it has distinguished itself by its dissimilar leathery shell and remarkable adaptability to various oceanic environments. To this end, it has given scientists, conservationists,…
The Python, commonly known as the Royal Python, is arguably the best-known python and among the most popular pet snakes to have come from the African continent. Inhabiting the forests and grasslands of West and Central Africa, this non-venomous snake has become so popular mainly due to its striking looks and interesting behaviors. Physical Characteristics…
It is an American Alligator, a native apex predator found only in aquatic environments, normally distributed in slow-flowing rivers, swamps, and marshes of southeastern America. Its core range distribution covers everything from the Carolinas down to Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. Such large reptiles reach 13 feet in length and weigh up to 1,000…
There are only two lizards in this world that possess venom, one of which is the Gila Monster, and another one is the Mexican Beaded Lizard, Heloderma horridum. It was thus given the name of this lizard since it was first found within the basin of Gila River and had one of the strikingly beaded…
Amongst all interesting and feared animals, anacondas are one of those, gaining wide recognition for their huge size, muscular strength, and special niche in the ecosystems of South America. They find homes mainly in thick, moist areas of the Amazonian Rainforest. Anacondas also rank among the largest snakes in the world. This article discusses life,…
