When the fossils of a giant plant-eating reptile were found in South East Asia, paleontologists wanted to give the world’s largest lizard ever discovered a proper name. They just couldn’t decide ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. A new article offers a ray of hope that the giant Tongan ...

Paleontologists have revealed a giant new species of prehistoric "worm lizard" with a powerful bite that is the largest of its kind found to date. The newly identified creature, named ...

India is home to a variety of interesting species of reptiles, but none are as exciting as the monitor lizards. These are ...

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 ...