Animal Pedia

Alligator Snapping Turtle: Powerful Jawed, Habitat & Conservation

The alligator snapping turtle (Macrochelys temminckii) is one of the largest freshwater turtle species in the world and a formidable aquatic predator...

Loggerhead Sea Turtle: Strong-Jawed Marine, Habitat & Conservation

Loggerhead sea turtles, the sole species in the Carettidae family, are robust marine reptiles distinguished by their reddish-brown, heart-shaped carapace and large heads...

Leatherback Sea Turtle: Largest Oceanic Turtle, Habitat & Conservation

The leatherback sea turtle, a singular species in the Dermochelyidae family, is the largest turtle on Earth. Known scientifically as Dermochelys coriacea, it boasts a unique leathery...

Chicken Turtle: Unique Aquatic Reptile, Facts, Habitat & Behavior

The chicken turtle, Deirochelys reticularia, a singular species in its genus, captivates with its unique morphology and ecological adaptability. Native to the southeastern United States...

Green Sea Turtle: Endangered Marine Reptile, Behavior & Conservation

Green sea turtles, part of the Cheloniidae family, include one species, Chelonia mydas. Their streamlined bodies, olive to dark brown carapaces, and paddle-like flippers define their appearance...

Flying Gecko: Gliding Lizard Facts, Behavior & Habitat

Flying geckos (Ptychozoon genus) include 13 species with remarkable gliding adaptations. Ptychozoon kuhli (Kuhl's parachute gecko) and Ptychozoon trinotaterra (Cambodian parachute gecko) are notable specimens...