Reptiles

Reptiles

Any of various cold-blooded, usually egg-laying vertebrates of the class Reptilia,that have an external covering of scales or horny plates and breathe by means of lungs.

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Amplexus

Animals; Reptiles

A reproductive behaviour in frogs where the male grasps the female from behind. This positions his vent near hers to assure fertilisation

Anus

Animals; Reptiles

An opening at the base of the tale. (see cloaca)

Aquarium

Animals; Reptiles

This is an enclosure that is filled with water and inhabits aquatics such as fish or frogs in.

Autotomy

Animals; Reptiles

The voluntary shedding of the body parts of animals, usually in defense. Autotomy of the tail is common in many lizards.

Axillary

Animals; Reptiles

The area on the sides and belly, behind or below the front legs. The "armpit" area.

Literally, moving on two feet. Refers to running on the hind legs, which is seen in some very fast lizards, particularly on loose surfaces such as sand. Some tropical lizards can even run for short ...