Yes, like the decidedly less cute creatures on this list, the scorpion and spider, this little gecko doesn’t have a common name. So to avoid
Category: Reptiles
The Philippine Sailfin Lizard is a Three-Eyed, Mini Godzilla
All that’s missing is the electric-blue fire breath and a ring of flattened skyscrapers. Fortunately, the Philippine sailfin lizard is only as long as your
Why the Blue-tailed Skink Needs a Christmas Miracle
The blue-tailed skink says “hi!” from Christmas Island! Rather than partying in the wild like the famous Christmas Island crabs, it will be spending this
Yinnietharra Rock Dragon
A “dragon” that fits in your hand is awesome by default. It’s only been found in two areas so far, both of which – shockingly
Puerto Rican Boa
Search for “Puerto Rican boa” and you’re presented with various snakes with saucer-sized eyes, in bright yellow or green, or alarming articles about it “taking
Zhou’s Box Turtle
Some species are so rare that conservation isn’t enough to protect them. You also need guard dogs, fences and razor-wire. And so it is with
