Tuataras, which are unique reptiles native to New Zealand, experience a form of sleep characterized by a state of rest where their metabolic rates decrease. They do not have eyelids; instead, a protective scale called a spectacle covers their eyes, and during sleep, their body becomes less active and they may stay in a curled position or hidden in burrows. Unlike many other reptiles, tuataras can remain vigilant even while resting, allowing them to respond to potential threats. Their sleep patterns are influenced by environmental factors such as temperature and light.
buttholes
buttholes
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offshore newzealand.
They live in buts!
hatchlings
If you mean Tuataras, the native lizards, no one is certain how old they can get, but on an average around 80 years.
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Therapsids
Humans are affecting tuataras primarily through habitat destruction, introduction of predators such as rats and cats, and climate change. These factors threaten the survival of tuataras by reducing their available habitat, increasing predation pressure, and impacting their ability to regulate body temperature. Conservation efforts are being implemented to mitigate these impacts and ensure the long-term survival of tuataras.