REPTILES RULE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So what makes a reptile a reptile? The two biggest clues are: |
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 A turtle finds some shade to cool down. Photo Source: Corel Web Gallery |
Being cold-blooded means that their bodies react to the temperature of their surroundings. When they get too warm, they can go into the water or shade to cool off. |
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When they get too cold they can hang out in the sun to warm themselves up. |
 A lizard catches some sun to warm up. Photo Source: Corel Web Gallery |
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Some creatures that belong to the reptile group of animals are snakes, alligators, crocodiles, tortoises, lizards, etc. |
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 A crocodile's back has large bumpy scales. Photo Source: Corel Web Gallery |
Scales protect their bodies. |
 Snake Scales Photo Source: Corel Web Gallery |
 Photo Source: Corel Web Gallery
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Reptiles are born on land and are born with strong instincts, so they are on their own at birth. Just think, no parents to nag them about cleaning their rooms! |
