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ReptilesApril 21, 2026

Jurassic Fear: How Social Media and Pop Culture are Harming Reptiles

Herptile inclusion in biomimicry has been limited, until now, due to a lack of understanding of these animals

Grace Benton
3 min
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ReptilesApril 21, 2026

Scales in the System: The Hidden Power of Reptiles in Food Webs

Reptiles serve in crucial roles as both predator and prey in a variety of environments. Their statuses can be easily disrupted by human interaction, causing cascading impacts on the food chain.

Fisher Reitz
6 min
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ReptiFiles is not a veterinary website, nor is the author Mariah Healey a veterinarian. Reptile health information given on this site is not intended to act as or replace the advice of a certified veterinary professional. If your pet reptile is experiencing a medical emergency, contact an experienced reptile veterinarian immediately.

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