Reptiles And Amphibians - Facts for Kids

Red-eyed Tree Frogs prefer temperatures (how hot or cold it is) between 75-85°F (24-29°C) – similar to a warm spring day!

Basic Information

Newts belong to a special group of animals called amphibians, just like frogs and salamanders, which means they can live both in water and on land!

Bush vipers inject venom that has special enzymes to start breaking down the prey’s tissues — helping do the “inside softening” work once the prey is caught, so the snake can digest it more easily.

Bush vipers are venomous snakes that live in different parts of Africa. Some species live in West African rainforests, like Ghana and Cameroon, while others are found in East Africa, such as Kenya and Tanzania. Each species has its own special home, making them true African natives!

Bush vipers reach sexual (reproductive) maturity in about 2 years for males and 3½ years for females (for example, Atheris squamigera).