Reptile Trivia Quiz
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Did you know that Oct. 21 is National Reptile Day in the United States?
Some people are fascinated by reptiles. I admit that I like certain kinds of reptiles -- like this cute little fellow here. I am a bit fascinated by all kinds of reptiles -- as long as they stay safely away from me and the closest I need come to them is on television. Even small harmless reptiles better stay out of my house and really my garden as well and then we can peacefully co-exist.
How do you feel about reptiles? Are you interested by them? Want to learn more? I have reptile facts and reptile trivia questions here if you do!
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Some people are fascinated by reptiles. I admit that I like certain kinds of reptiles -- like this cute little fellow here. I am a bit fascinated by all kinds of reptiles -- as long as they stay safely away from me and the closest I need come to them is on television. Even small harmless reptiles better stay out of my house and really my garden as well and then we can peacefully co-exist.
How do you feel about reptiles? Are you interested by them? Want to learn more? I have reptile facts and reptile trivia questions here if you do!
Artwork courtesy of AllPosters
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How do you feel about reptiles?
How do you feel about reptiles?
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LiftingTheClouds says:
Love them.
Fascinating says:
i love them all
aalite says:
I love reptiles, I keep geckos!
bejeezers says:
Reptiles are fascinating creatures. We have a Bearded Dragon called Oscar - he is gorgeous...
FantasticVoyages says:
I like them, for the most part
Stay far far away
StacyBirch says:
They're fine, I just don't want one as a pet
KaraHara says:
Stay far far away. Don't like them
LaraineRose says:
Not to fussy about them but I do know that they are useful.
PerfectSmileDental says:
U feel scary of Reptiles
gradientcat says:
Nice to see from a distance or behind glass
Reptilorama - Part 1
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The National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Reptiles and Amphibians
This stunning guide explores the kingdom of snakes, toads, frogs, turtles, lizards, salamanders, and crocodiles, with information on physical appearance, voice, breeding cycles, habitat, range, and status in the wild. Poisonous or otherwise dangerous animals are distinguished with a warning symbol. An essay on observing reptiles and amphibians, and detailed anatomical drawings, round out the coverage in this comprehensive guide.
The National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Reptiles and Amphibians
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Facts About Reptiles - Part 1
- Reptiles are animals with tough, dry skin covered with horny scales. Reptiles are vertebrates-animals that have a backbone. While they share characteristics common to other vertebrates-fish, amphibians, birds, and mammals-reptiles display a unique combination of characteristics that distinguishes them from other vertebrates. Like amphibians, modern reptiles are cold-blooded, or ectothermic. This means that they are unable to produce their own body heat, so they rely on the sun for warmth, and much of their behavior is directed toward regulating their body temperature. Like birds, most reptiles hatch from eggs that are laid on land, covered by a protective shell. Reptiles breathe air with lungs, as do most mature amphibians and all birds and mammals. And like amphibians and mammals, most reptiles, with the exception of turtles, have teeth. Reptile skin, with its tough, horny scales, is unique in the animal world. It is neither moist and permeable, like that of amphibians, nor feathered, like that of birds, nor covered with hair, like that of mammals.
- Reptiles inhabit nearly every corner of the planet, including most of the world's oceans. They are found in a broad range of habitats, from the bottom of ponds and lakes to the tree lines of high-elevation alpine regions. However, they are especially abundant and diverse in the tropics and in deserts. The single factor that limits their geographic distribution is their inability to generate their own body heat. For this reason, no reptiles are found in icy Antarctica or the polar oceans, and few live within the Arctic Circle.
- There are over 7,000 species of living reptiles, all of which belong to one of four main groups: turtles and tortoises; lizards; snakes; and crocodiles and their relatives.
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Firefly Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians
This highly acclaimed encyclopedia combines authoritative, easy-to-read essays with exciting photographs showing reptiles and amphibians in their natural habitats. Illustrations explain anatomy and biological features, and maps show world distribution of species. Commissioned articles by scientists, zoologists and researchers provide the latest findings and interpretations of data.
Firefly Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians
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Facts About Reptiles - Part 2
- All reptiles with a protective shell are turtles, and there are over 250 species of turtles and tortoises worldwide. In North America, people use the word tortoise to designate those turtles that live entirely on land, and the word terrapin for the diamond-backed terrapin of brackish coastal marshes.
- Turtles and tortoises range in size from the tiny American bog turtle, which reaches just 11 cm (4.3 in), to the giant leatherback sea turtle, which has a shell up to 2.4 m (8 ft) long and can weigh over 900 kg (2,000 lb).
- A turtle's shell is formed from flat bones fused with parts of the spinal column and the ribs. In most turtles, the shell bones are covered with broad scales called scutes. Turtles that live all or part of their lives on land tend to have strong, heavy shells, while those that spend nearly all of their time in water may have lighter, flatter shells. For example, the gopher tortoise of the southeastern United States has a hard, high-domed shell. In contrast, the soft-shelled turtles of freshwater lakes and rivers have flat, rubbery shells that are covered by leathery skin instead of scutes. These turtles spend much of their time hidden in mud in shallow water.
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Reptiles and Amphibians
The clearest, most authoritative guide to reptiles and amphibians you will find. From the Tomato Frog to the Cornsnake, discover over 400 species of reptiles and amphibians from around the world. 600 incredible photos, annotations and detailed descriptions highlighting chief characteristics and distinguishing marks will help you to identify different species quickly and easily. It covers everything from anatomy and lifecycle to behavior and includes maps showing you the geographical distribution of each species. It is perfect for nature lovers and pocket-sized so you can take it anywhere.
Reptiles and Amphibians (Dk Handbooks)
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Facts About Reptiles - Part 3
- Sometimes called living fossils, the two species of the tuatara are the sole survivors of a group of reptiles that emerged 225 million years ago, before the rise of the dinosaurs. Although similar to the lizards, tuataras have important differences in their skeleton and other body parts. Once widespread, tuataras are now found only on a few islands off the coast of New Zealand. Ranging from 46 to 61 cm (18 to 24 in) in length, tuataras are slow to grow and develop. They continue growing until they are 25 to 35 years old, and scientists suspect they may live for more than 100 years.
- With over 4,300 individual species, the lizards are the most abundant and diverse group of reptiles alive today. Typical lizards have long, slender bodies that taper to a narrow, pointed tail. Most have four legs ending in dexterous, clawed toes, although several types of lizards, including some worm lizards, have reduced limbs or no limbs at all.
- Typically, lizards are between 10 and 20 cm (4 and 8 in) long, but some, such as the tiny Monito gecko, grow to only about 3.5 cm (about 1.5 in) and weigh only 0.1 g (less than 0.01 oz). The largest lizard is the Komodo dragon, a giant monitor lizard of Southeast Asia, which reaches 3 m (nearly 10 ft) in length and weighs up to 165 kg (about 365 lb).
- Most lizards are small, agile insectivores that live in trees or shrubs or in rocky places. Larger lizards may eat other vertebrates, and a few species are herbivores, or plant eaters. The Galápagos marine iguanas are the only lizards that regularly venture into the ocean. These lizards feed mostly on algae that they scrape from underwater rocks with their claws and teeth. Only two lizard species-the gila monster and the beaded lizard-produce venom, although the bite of the Komodo dragon can sometimes be fatal because infectious bacteria are present in its saliva.
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Peterson First Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians
From mudpuppies to rattlesnakes, this fascinating guide for young nature lovers describes the habits and habitats of these secretive and sometimes bizarre animals, and includes tips on how to catch and care for frogs, snakes, turtles, lizards, salamanders, and toads.
Peterson First Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians
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Facts About Reptiles - Part 4
- Closely related to lizards are snakes, a group of more than 2,500 species of limbless reptiles. Most snakes are 25 to 150 cm (about 10 to 60 in) long, but some are smaller, such as the West Indian thread snake, which reaches just 13 cm (5 in) at maturity. The largest snake may be the anaconda, a South American member of the boa family, which grows to a length of 10 m (about 33 ft) and weighs up to 250 kg (about 550 lb).
- Snakes evolved from lizards, possibly from those that burrowed in the ground, or from species that were adapting to an aquatic life. Unlike most lizards, which are equipped with moveable eyelids and external, tiny ears, snakes have no external ears, and their eyes are protected by fixed, transparent scales.
- Snakes live in nearly every habitat imaginable, from forests and lakeshores to prairies and deserts, and on every continent except Antarctica. Sea snakes have flattened tails to propel themselves through tropical ocean waters. Many snakes, from the American rat snakes to many boas and pythons, climb and live much of their lives in trees.
- Most snakes are harmless to humans. Nevertheless, at least three snake families have evolved venom and specialized teeth called fangs that deliver these toxic secretions into prey animals and potential predators, including humans. The vipers, a family that includes the rattlesnake, have long fangs that fold up when the mouth is closed. Members of a family made up of cobras and their relatives typically have short fangs that do not fold. A large group of mostly harmless snakes called the colubrids includes a small number of extremely venomous species with fangs in the back of their mouths. One such snake is the African boomslang.
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Frogs 2012
Creatures perfectly suited to a life of climbing and humidity, frogs exhibit some of the most elaborate and idiosyncratic behaviors in the natural world. They can be breathtakingly beautiful, often entertaining and sometimes deadly, but they are always fascinating to observe. In Frogs 2012, world-renowned nature photographers present a year of frogs in their native habitats -- from the deepest rainforests and tropical wetland settings to temperate woodlands. Informative captions bring you closer to the intriguing world of frogs.
Frogs 2012 (Wall Calendar)
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Facts About Reptiles - Part 5
- Crocodilians, which include crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gavials, are typically 2 to 4 m (6 to 13 ft) long, but some species grow much larger. The formidable saltwater crocodile grows up to 10 m (33 ft) long and can weigh more than a ton.
- Crocodiles and their relatives live mostly in the warm tropical parts of the world, although alligators range into more temperate climates in the southern United States and China. Crocodilians spend most of their time in the water, where they swim with graceful strokes of their strong, flattened tails. Their eyes and nostrils are located on top of their heads, enabling them to see and breathe while the rest of the body is submerged. With only their eyes and nostrils showing, they glide stealthily through the water, escaping notice by prey.
- Alligators are part of the crocodile family. You can usually tell them apart by their snouts. Alligators have broad snouts while crocodiles have long, tapered ones. American alligators' teeth only show if their mouths are open. American crocodiles, even with their mouths snapped shut, display a tooth on either side of their lower jaw. Other crocodiles can show a bristle of sharp, lower teeth.
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