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Reptiles
About 8,240 species of reptiles in the world. They inhabit every continent except Antarctica. Cold-blooded or Ectothermic, these creatures became the first vertebrates to live on land seeking the warmth of the sun. Frightening to some, this category will fascinate you, so slither on in and ask your questions.
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A mosquito is a bug that carries around a disease and it's not and will never be a reptile
Where does mother crocodile keep her babies to protect them?
The mom guards the nest until the young hatch. She then guards the young for a few weeks.
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Aside from protecting the nest, the mother listens for the babies start calling from inside the eggs prior to hatching. This alerts their mother that it's time to dig them up as they couldn't dig through the sand without the mothers help.
The mother carries the hatched and hatching young to the water in her mouth and breaks free the ones that have difficulty in breaking out of the eggs in her mouth.
Once in the water the babies have to catch their own food but the mother responds to their distress calls and tries to protect as many as possible.
The father crocodile is less parental and views the young as a food source.
What are examples of squamata?
Examples of squamata include snakes, lizards, and amphisbaenians (worm lizards). These reptiles are characterized by their overlapping scales and the presence of a movable quadrate bone that allows them to open their jaws wide to swallow prey.
Is a snakes cloaca smelly when you clean or touch it?
A snake's cloaca can have a musky odor, but it should not have a strong or foul smell unless there are underlying health issues. It is important to handle the snake gently and use proper cleaning techniques to minimize any odor.
How do alligators clean their teeth?
After having a meal , a lion leaves his mouth open and produces some kind of signals via his roar untill a unique small size sparrow comes,put its beak and head in lion's mouth and eats the pieces of meat struck in lion's teeth.
Where are most crocodiles found?
Crocodiles are native to Africa, Australia, Madagascar, and the U.S.A. Even if they are salt water crocodiles they are perfectly happy living in fresh water and sometimes seek it out, especially during the summer when fresh water is colder than salt water. They live in bays, mangroves, places where salt and fresh water mix, rivers, and in coastal areas.
Reptiles do not make noise other than a hiss, when angry, except for a very disturbed rattlesnake. This is one reason for their popularity as pets.
Can you name all the states that alligators?
Alligators are native to 10 U.S. states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Texas. The only two states in which they range throughout the entire state are Florida and Louisiana, which also have the largest alligator populations (1.0-1.5 million in FL; 1.5-2.0 million in LA). The only two landlocked (non-coastal) states with native alligator populations are Arkansas and Oklahoma. Philip T.
Is a seal a reptile or amphibian?
A seal is neither a reptile nor an amphibian. Seals belong to the mammal group known as pinnipeds, which includes seals, sea lions, and walruses. They are marine mammals that are well adapted to life in the water.
Describe how being ectothermic influences a reptiles lifestyle?
Reptiles must depend on outside sources for heat. Sunshine ,primarily , or sun-warmed rocks. At night they go to their dens where the temperature is not as cold as outside, and out of cooling winds. They will seek out any heat source, so you hear those stories about snakes in sleeping bags, garages, coiled up on top of car engines, under houses etc. All true, but they are just trying to stay warm .
What is the rising action events of the reptile room?
In "The Reptile Room," the rising action includes the arrival of Dr. Montgomery Montgomery, the Baudelaire children's new guardian, and the sense of relief they feel living with him. However, as the story progresses, they begin to suspect that Count Olaf is disguising himself to get close to them and their fortune. This suspicion builds tension and leads to a climactic confrontation.
What are the differences between amphibians fish mammals reptiles and birds?
Well, amphibians live in damp wet places so they can keep their skin moist and reptiles need to be dry because they are cold blooded meaning they need sunlight to keep active during the day and birds have feathers that were once scales but they evolved to be feathers enabling them to fly and mammals mostly have hair and they can produce heat without the power of sunlight and they rule the earth today because we are mammals. I hope this explains your question :D
No, a grasshopper is not a reptile. Grasshoppers belong to the class Insecta, while reptiles belong to the class Reptilia. Grasshoppers are insects, characterized by their six legs and wings, while reptiles are vertebrate animals that have scales, breathe air, and lay eggs.
Does a snake head live without its body?
No, it does not because it will bleed to death. As with other vertebrates, a snake's brain needs to have blood pumped through it by the heart. If the head its removed from the blood supply, the brain can no longer function.
You bury a venomous snake's head because other animals or insects like wasps, bees and mosquitoes that are attracted to liquid like substances such as water are drawn to the venom. Wasps in particular will use mud and the venom (because it is a water like substance) to build their nests. The venom will remain in the wasp's system, causing them to be poisonous and deadly if they sting you.
Which has more teeth mammal or reptile?
Typically, mammals have more teeth than reptiles. Mammals generally have specialized teeth for different functions such as cutting, tearing, and grinding food. Reptiles, on the other hand, may have fewer teeth or even be toothless, depending on the species.
How does the structure of the egg help it to perform its function?
Because it shape......
random answer above :L
well, it is round so the pressure applied doesnt break it...
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Are crocodiles larger than alligators?
alligators are larger than crocodiles, but crocodiles are more aggressive. when it comes to crocodilians, the smaller, the more aggressive. take Caimans, for example, they are the most aggressive crocodilians.
i personally think that they are seriously misunderstood animals; alligators are known for attacking people for no reason, but they often only attack the people who run from them. their brains are triggered by motion; if they see something traveling fast that is near them, they attack, but otherwise, they wont attack. the people attacked from alligators are the ones who are being stupid and are teasing them.
oh, by the way, did you know that crocodilians are the last remaining Archosaurs? Archosaur is the name for the animals like Mesozoic marine reptiles, pterosaurs, and dinosaurs.
@first answer- People come here for correct information >:l Anyone who knows their reptiles obviously knows crocodiles are the larger of the two species.
Can chickens and snakes interbreed?
No, chickens and snakes cannot interbreed because they are from completely different classes of animals. Chickens are birds (Class Aves), while snakes are reptiles (Class Reptilia), and interbreeding between such distinct classes is not possible.
What kind of snake cleans glass?
The glass snake, also known as the smooth snake (Ophisaurus ventralis), is a reptile that resembles a snake but is actually a legless lizard. It does not clean glass but rather burrows underground and feeds on insects and small invertebrates.
Where did the Siamese crocodile migrate from?
The Siamese crocodile is native to Southeast Asia, specifically found in countries such as Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. It has historically been found in various freshwater habitats like rivers, lakes, and marshes in these regions.
What kind of message do you send a snake?
You can send a snake messages of calmness and respect by moving slowly and avoiding sudden movements or loud noises. Snakes are sensitive to vibrations and body language, so approaching them with caution and patience is key to communicating effectively. Remember, it's important to give snakes their space and never attempt to handle them unless you are trained to do so.
How long do reptiles care for their young?
Reptiles typically have limited parental care for their young, with some species providing protection for their eggs and hatchlings and others providing no care at all. Once the eggs are laid or the hatchlings emerge, the young are usually left to fend for themselves.
