Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Finding good data to determine trends in the exotic reptile ...

The Malaysian purple-femur tarantula ( Coremiocnemis hoggi) constructs burrows sealed with silk webbing in steep, shaded ...

Among the reptile species up for tighter trade controls is Home’s Hinged-back Tortoise, a critically endangered turtle found ...

Cockroaches are often seen as pests to be eliminated, but in recent years, certain species have become surprisingly valuable. From pharmaceutical research to exotic pet feed, these resilient insects ...

42 Rare and Unique Exotic Pets You'll Want ASAP originally appeared on PetHelpful. Dogs and cats may be widely beloved, but some pet parents prefer to take a walk on the wild side. There's a whole ...