Massive lizards could be used to guard sheep from being munched on by blowflies. These huge reptiles, known as heath goannas, are native Australian scavengers that feast on dead animals such as rats.

A small, elusive lizard is bouncing back following the eradication of invasive rats on an island in the Galápagos. Conservationists say they have rediscovered a leaf-toed gecko (Phyllodactylus maresi) ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Sheep farmers in Australia could save millions of dollars a year ...

As thousands starve, officials seize food aid, relief groups say. October 16, 2008— -- A rat infestation so severe that an estimated 100,000 people are on the brink of starvation is devastating ...