Reptiles And Amphibians - Facts for Kids

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Random Facts About Reptiles And Amphibians For Kids

Behavior & Abilities

Red-eyed Tree Frogs are nocturnal (night-time active), which means they’re most awake at night when most of us are sleeping!

Some bush viper species are found high up on mountains — up to around 8,000 feet (2,400 meters)

Basic Information

Snapping turtles belong to the family Chelydridae, and their scientific name is Chelydra serpentina, which means “snake-like turtle with a shell”!

Red-eyed Tree Frogs can quickly change from bright green to dark green to match different leaves!

Basic Information

Copperheads belong to the pit viper family (Viperidae), which means they have special heat-sensing pits between their eyes and nostrils that help them find warm-blooded prey!