Reptiles And Amphibians - Facts for Kids

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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 love areas with thick vegetation where humidity stays above 70% — like living in a natural greenhouse!

Green tree pythons are found from sea level all the way up to mountain forests about 6,500 feet high—that’s like climbing high into the clouds on a tall rainforest mountain!

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The Galápagos Giant Tortoise’s scientific name is Chelonoidis niger, which helps scientists identify them among all other tortoise species in the world!

Red-eyed Tree Frogs have skin so thin that they can actually breathe through it when it’s wet!