Alligators & Crocodiles
Alligators and Crocodiles are reptilian relatives but are distinguished by the width of the snout. Alligators have fatter, rounder snouts than crocodiles. See more »
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Reptiles are cold-blooded vertebrates that have scales layered over their skin. Common reptiles include lizards, snakes, alligators and crocodiles.
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Lizards
Lizards usually have a small head, a short neck and a long tail. There are more than 4,600 species of lizards including iguanas, chameleons, geckos and gila monsters, among others. See more »
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Snakes
Snakes have a long, flexible body that is covered with dry scales. Snakes flick their forked tongues to bring in odors to their sensory glands. See more »
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Turtles
Reptiles are beautiful creatures that have evolved since the beginning of time. Check out these articles about all kinds of unique reptiles. See more »
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Mamba
Mamba, a poisonous snake of tropical and southern Africa. It is related to the cobra, but, unlike the cobra, cannot expand its neck into a hood.
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Glass Snake
Glass Snake, a legless lizard of southern United States. The name refers to the brittle tail, glassy appearance, and snakelike body and motions.
Rattlesnake
Rattlesnake, a venomous snake having a rattle at the end of its tail. There are 42 species and subspecies of rattlesnakes.
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