Why do we call it that? Why is the ball python called a ball python? The name „ball python” comes from the fact that when Python regius feels threatened, it curls up into a ball shape—in other words, it curls up. Read more
A secret agent in nature Henkel’s leaf-tailed gecko uses skin fringes to blur its body outline, making it almost invisible on tree trunks and branches. Read more
Colour Vision Did you know that most lizards have exceptionally good colour vision? During the mating season, many species develop breeding colours. Based on the intensity of these colours, females are able to assess the health of a given male, allowing them to choose more easily. Colours also play a decisive role during rivalry between males, often Read more
