animal facts

More than 4,200 snake species are known worldwide, playing important roles in maintaining the balance of natural ecosystems.

The box turtle lives in the eastern United States, where it can be found in forests, meadows and moist habitats.

Spider shedding is one of the most important processes in growth. Because spiders have an external skeleton, they must shed their…

Phasma gigas has a long, twig-like body that helps it blend into its surroundings and avoid predators.

Boa constrictor imperator does not use venom, but catches prey with its teeth and subdues it with powerful muscles.

Heterometrus species are Asian forest scorpions that live in the warm, humid tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

The leopard gecko belongs to the eyelid geckos and can blink thanks to its movable eyelids.

Achrioptera manga stands out among mostly camouflaged stick insects with its striking colors and unusual appearance.

This African reptile mainly lives in grassy woodland and open habitats, while young individuals may also climb branches and rocks.

The Aldabra giant tortoise is a massive land tortoise with a strong, domed shell that helps support its body.