If you’ve ever seen a chameleon up close, you probably recognized it immediately. Chameleons are highly distinctive lizards with many unique appearances and characteristics they have developed over time. They live in many different parts of Africa, but they are also kept as pets throughout the world. So, you may be wondering, how does a … Read more
You’ve noticed that a bull snake has moved into your yard. Perhaps you’ve even had a close encounter with the snake, and now you’re wondering: what should you do if you ever get bit by it? How bad are bull snake bites? Should you be worried about having a bull snake so close to home? … Read more
There are many powerful predators in the animal kingdom. Two of the most powerful are the alligator and the hippo. Have you ever wondered what would happen if these two animals were to battle it out head to head? In a contest of alligator vs. hippo, who would win? The battle would certainly be one … Read more
Tuataras are much like other reptiles when it comes to caring for their young–meaning they don’t care for their young. That said, the tuatara is a unique creature, and there is much about its reproductive process that is unique as well. So, you may be wondering, how does a tuatara treat its babies? How do … Read more
If you’ve been learning about the tuatara, chances are, you’re fascinated by some of the facts you’ve discovered. The more you learn, the more you want to know. Today’s question, how often do tuatara breathe? Can they hold their breath for extended periods of time? Can they breathe underwater? Keep reading as we answer these … Read more
If this is your first time hearing about the tuatara, you are not alone. This rare endangered animal is only found in one small part of the world, and there aren’t many of them left. So, you may be wondering, why are tuatara endangered? How many of them are left in the wild? And what … Read more
You just found out about the tuatara, and now you want to know more! As it turns out, there’s much more to this cute reptile than meets the eye–for example, it’s the only animal in the world that has a third eye on top of its head. A tuatara’s eating habits are also fascinating, and … Read more
Have you ever heard of a tuatara? Perhaps you just saw a picture of the adorable little creature and you want to learn more! Just looking at pictures or videos, you might think that a tuatara is a type of lizard, but you would be wrong–it is actually a member of a completely different class … Read more
You notice your dog beginning to chew on something, so you head over for a closer look. It’s a snake skin! You know there are bull snakes living in your area and suspect the skin was shed by one of them. So now you’re wondering: what happens when a dog eats a bull snake skin? … Read more
You’ve heard about bull snakes, and you’ve heard about gopher snakes. Perhaps you’ve looked at pictures of each, or you’ve seen them both in real life–and you think to yourself, they look exactly the same! So, are they the same type of snake? What are their similarities and differences? And if you’re looking to keep … Read more
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