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An unexpected and hopeful return: the surprising comeback of a lost reptile in the Galápagos Islands

A species of endemic gecko, Phyllodactylus maresi, was rediscovered on Rábida Island in the Galápagos archipelago. The finding confirms its presence in this ecosystem...

“Eternal Patagonian”, the marine reptile over 150 million years old that revealed the secrets of the Jurassic ocean.

A team of researchers from the CONICET and national universities identified a new species of ichthyosaur in Patagonia: Eternauta patagonica. This marine reptile inhabited...

5 facts about the black caiman, the camouflage expert living in the rivers of the Amazon

It is very likely that a prey of the **black caiman** (Melanosuchus niger) does not realize how close it is until it is too...

Gecko legs inspire an adhesive sole that grips even on ice

In a study published in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, researchers detail the use of silicone rubber enhanced with zirconia nanoparticles to develop a...

Animal discovered to have a ‘sixth sense’ to detect vibrations and anticipate predators or prey

A study conducted by the University of Maryland revealed that the Tokay gecko possesses an extraordinary 'sixth sense' that allows it to detect vibrations...

Discovery of a Submarine Kelp Forest in Galápagos Tropical Waters Revolutionizes Marine Science

Underwater forests of tropical kelp are marking a milestone...

Climate change threatens to reduce small fish populations in the Amazon by 50% by 2050-2070

The Amazon basin faces a critical challenge: the potential...