The Barbados threadsnake, scientifically known as Tetracheilostoma carlae, holds the record for being the world's smallest ...

A microscopic insect is threatening New York’s red pines. Red pine scale feeds on the tree’s nutrients, forming white tufts at needle bases and branch tips. Experts are ...

Within the 17 snake species found in New York, three are venomous. Here's what to know, and how likely you are to see them in ...

The black snake Dendrelaphis atra has been discovered on an island in Papua New Guinea; this species stands out for its ...

Lizards often resemble mythical creatures found in fairy tales. Read this to learn about lizards that look like dragons.