Reptiles And Amphibians - Facts for Kids

Life Cycle & Growth

Baby cobras are called hatchlings, and when they hatch from their eggs they’re much longer than a ruler — often 8–20 inches long depending on the species!

Bush vipers are like nighttime ninjas! They hunt when it’s a little dark, just before the sun comes up and just after it sets, because that’s when their favorite foods are out and about.

The frilled lizard's frill has bright warning colors on the inside that are normally hidden – like a secret rainbow that only appears when needed!

Red-eyed Tree Frogs talk to each other by making a soft “chack” sound that sounds a bit like tiny hiccups!

Basic Information

Garter snakes belong to the genus Thamnophis, which comes from Greek words meaning “bush” and “snake,” perfectly describing how they like to hide in bushy areas!