The superhero-like abilities of the humble gecko have inspired countless avenues of scientific research, and biologists have uncovered yet another incredible talent to add to the list. The researchers ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Geckos can run straight up a wall, but it’s their ability to run ...

Geckos are known for being expert climbers, able to stick to any surface thanks to nearly 500,000 [corrected] tiny hair-like structures on the bottoms of their feet. Now it turns out the little ...

Geckos can race across the surface of water almost as speedily as they run on land, researchers reported in Current Biology yesterday (December 6). High-speed video captured the lizards (Hemidactylus ...

Many insects can skate, stride or whirl around on the surface of the water. But larger animals usually have to swim. There are a few exceptions. The famed Basilisk lizard zips along, slapping down its ...

About 5 centimeters long, the flat-tailed house gecko may not have previously been considered a superhero, but a team of researchers that recently discovered its ability to run on water is calling it ...

This column is part of a series where Verge staffers post highly subjective reviews of animals. Up until now, we’ve written about animals without telling you whether they suck or rule. We are now ...

What Is a Leopard Gecko? A leopard gecko is a domestic lizard species small enough to fit in your hand, reaching 8 inches long and weighing 2 ounces by adulthood. They range in color but are typically ...