Turtles typically breathe through their lungs; but perhaps you’ve heard that they can breathe through their butts. Well, it turns out, this is just one of several tricks they can use to bring in oxygen without actually breathing. This may lead you to wonder: how long can a snapping turtle hold its breath? How long … Read more
You have probably heard that it’s best to avoid touching snapping turtles. But, as with everything, there is a way to do it safely; if you know what you’re doing and exercise caution, you can handle even large adult snappers. Want to learn more? In this article, we’ll talk about how to pick up a … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to handle a snapping turtle, you may have thought that their diet would largely consist of human hands and fingers. But, though they may snap at you and even draw blood, they won’t consume your appendages. That said, they do eat many other kinds of foods. So, what exactly does a … Read more
If you live in the southern or eastern portions of the U.S., chances are you’re familiar with cottonmouths. These venomous snakes are a common sight in swamps, marshes, near ponds, streams, lakes, and even drainage ditches. But what if they decide to take up residence in your yard? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll talk … Read more
Have you ever wondered about how snakes have babies? Perhaps you know that the exact methods can vary between species, so you’re wondering specifically about cottonmouths. How do cottonmouth snakes reproduce? Do they lay eggs or give birth to live young? How many babies do they have? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer all … Read more
If you’ve ever seen a cottonmouth slithering along the surface of a pond or marsh, you may have wondered about its lifestyle habits. In particular, what does a cottonmouth snake eat? How does it kill its prey? And do cottonmouths ever end up on the other side of the predator-prey relationship? Keep reading! In this … Read more
You’ve heard that cottonmouths have dangerous bites, but how concerned should you be, really? How dangerous is a cottonmouth snake? Can its bite kill you? Leave you scarred and maimed? What should you do if you are bitten by a cottonmouth? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer all of these questions and more! How … Read more
You may have heard that any snake swimming in the water is dangerous and should be avoided at all cost. While this isn’t entirely correct, it is true that cottonmouth snakes, which spend much of their time in the water, are highly venomous. That said, most water snakes are completely harmless; so, how can you … Read more
Tuataras are fascinating and adorable reptiles. If you’ve ever seen a picture or video of one, you probably wanted to know more about it. What is a tuatara exactly? Where does it live? More specifically, what biome does the tuatara live in? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer all of these questions and more. … Read more
Rattlesnakes can be frightening creatures–their venom can cause serious neurologic symptoms and even death. And yet, the patterns on their back are intriguing–some might even say beautiful. So, perhaps you found a recently-dead rattlesnake, or you found their shed skins in your yard; is there a way to preserve some of its beauty? What if … Read more
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