Yale scientists have discovered an ancient, small, insect-eating lizard in the badlands of Montana and have named it Obamadon, after President Obama. The lizard, which is less than a foot long and had ...

Six animal coffins from Egypt—impressively still sealed after about 2,500 years—have been opened virtually by a team of researchers using a unique imaging technology. The coffins contained lizard ...

In many ancient cultures, lizards were more than just common reptiles seen scurrying on walls. They were believed to possess a spiritual essence that connected them with unseen forces. In Hindu ...

A giant ancient lizard covered in thick armor and spikes has been discovered by scientists in Australia. The turtle-like creature is "one of the most bizarre lizards found in recent times," said the ...

Jurassic lizard footprints found in Spain provide rare trackways and insight into reptile motion 152 million years ago.

Scientists exploring a fossil deposit in Morocco uncovered some “peculiar” teeth shaped like the head of a “screwdriver.” The teeth led them to an “extremely rare” ancient marine lizard. The fossil ...

In a remarkable diversion from England's grotesque fascination with mummified remains and ways to violate them, researchers were able to discern the species of animal remains that were preserved for ...

Scientists discover new species of mososaur or ancient lizard, Stelladens mysteriosus, from “screwdriver”-shaped teeth fossils, study said. Photo from Nicholas Longrich, Nour-Eddine Jalil, Xabier ...