Reptiles - Page 34

December 8, 2020

Invasive lizards are threatening wildlife in Georgia, officials say

Georgia wildlife officials are trying to eradicate an invasive lizard that consumes the unhatched eggs of a number of local animals.

December 3, 2020

Small puppy rescued from carpet python’s grip in Australian backyard

Jasper, a 9-week-old puppy was attacked by a carpet python last week before his owner rescued him. The moment was captured on video and posted to YouTube.

November 29, 2020

40 sea turtles transported to Florida for treatment as number of 'cold stunned' turtles surges

The number of "cold stunned" turtles has surged this year, with dozens already in care at New England facilities.

November 29, 2020

Florida duck hunters encounter ‘monster’ alligator snatching quarry, video shows

Two duck hunters in Florida had to patiently wait their turn after spotting a massive 13-foot alligator snatching their quarry in a swamp last week.

November 23, 2020

Florida man saves dog from alligator, smokes cigar the whole time

The encounter left the man with his hands "chewed up," and he required a tetanus shot -- just to be safe.

November 23, 2020

Cold-stunned 350-pound loggerhead turtle washes up on Cape Cod

The turtle currently resides at the New England Aquarium as experts care for it.

November 20, 2020

Florida officials consider suggesting Burmese snakes taking over Everglades be eaten

A species of snake has become so invasive that officials in Florida are considering issuing an advisory on how to eat them, despite the fact they're loaded with mercury. 

November 12, 2020

Massive 10-foot long alligator spotted on golf course in Florida

A massive 10-foot long alligator was spotted on camera interrupting a golf outing in Florida.

November 5, 2020

Sea turtle with two amputated flippers learns to swim again

Lou, an olive ridley sea turtle with two amputated flippers, was released back into the ocean after five years of rehabilitation in Australia.

October 26, 2020

Rare 2-headed snake discovered by family’s cat in Florida

A rare two-headed snake has been found in Florida by a family’s cat.