The lizard species said to have inspired the iconic movie monster Godzilla frequently finds itself in a brutal battle for dominance. Four giant Komodo dragons standing up to 8 feet tall were recently ...

King Cobra vs Komodo Dragon: In the world of reptiles, two prominent creatures stand out: the Komodo Dragon and the Monitor ...

At just three inches long and weighing about as much as a quarter, Australia’s grassland earless dragon is not quite as fierce as a fictional fire-breathing dragon, but the little critter is still ...

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is warming up to a new monitor lizard this winter, a young Komodo dragon named Onyx. Reptile keepers have been working with these lizards for decades, including raising ...

Sailfin dragons are a unique species of lizard from Indonesia and the Philippines. These dragons can grow to about three feet long, have vibrant coloring, and a large “sail” down their back.

Many groups of animals, from humans to dinosaurs to kangaroos, have evolved the ability to stand and walk on two legs. In all of these cases, the move from four legs to two has provided clear ...