But — wait a second — wouldn't that be called a snake? Not so, as we'll soon learn; the snake vs. legless lizard distinction is one worth knowing about. Legless Lizards and Snakes Aren't Even ...

The short-horned lizard is often referred to as a “horned toad” or “horny toad” because its squat, flattened shape and short, blunt snout give it a toad-ish look. There are over a dozen ...

The green basilisk lizard is also called a plumed or double-crested basilisk; but its amazing ability to run on water gives this species its most recognizable moniker: the Jesus Christ lizard.

Mojave fringe-toed lizards have numerous traits tailored to their sand-dwelling lifestyle. Foremost are the lizards' scaly hind toes, which resemble snowshoes and keep them from sinking as they sprint ...

A lizard lived hidden under a man's sofa for a month after it stowed away in his holiday luggage in Mexico.. Adam Hulks, 28, was unaware the reptile was in his case until it "jumped out ...

LOS ANGELES — Two new baby lizards have hatched at the Los Angeles Zoo, the first of their species to be bred there, zoo officials said Thursday. Perentie lizards, or Varanus giganteus ...