reptiles

Snakes have held significant roles in the mythology of many ancient cultures, including in ancient Greece, where they were even used to heal the sick. Around the world, the reptiles are often seen as symbols of healing, transformation, or fertility....

A new study of a microscopic Triassic fossil reptile unearthed more than 100 years ago has revealed that it is related to the species that would eventually become pterosaurs, the flying reptiles of the dinosaur era. Tens of millions of...