Class Reptilia
General Description
A reptile is a vertebrate with only lungs
They have dry, scaly skin.
First to lay eggs on land that are protected by outer shells.
A reptile is a vertebrate with only lungs
They have dry, scaly skin.
First to lay eggs on land that are protected by outer shells.
Specific Information
Reptiles have:
Well developed lungs, a double loop circulatory system
Strong limbs, internal fertilization
bilateral symmetry and shelled eggs.
Reptiles have:
Well developed lungs, a double loop circulatory system
Strong limbs, internal fertilization
bilateral symmetry and shelled eggs.
Characteristics of Reptiles
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Orders of Reptiles
Taxonomic Relationship Between Reptiles and Amphibians
Similarities
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Differences
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Phylogenetic Tree of Reptiles
Jackson's Chameleon (Chamaeleo jacksonii)
- They are among the most common Chameleons to keep as pets.
- Their natural habitat is Kenya and Tarzania, Africa.
- The life span is 8-10 years for males and only 3-5 years for females.
- They are around 3-5".
- For food, this Chameleon only eats various insects.
- They give birth to live young.
- They are capable of changing colors.