Reptilia
Reptilia (also known as reptiles) are a group of cold-blooded vertebrates that includes crocodiles, lizards, snakes, turtles, and tuatara. They are characterized by their dry scaly skin and their ability to lay hard-shelled eggs on land.
Characteristics[edit | edit source]
Reptiles are known for their distinctive characteristics. They are tetrapods (four-legged vertebrates) and amniotes, animals whose embryos are surrounded by an amniotic membrane. They are also known for their dry, scaly skin and their ability to lay hard-shelled eggs on land.
Classification[edit | edit source]
The classification of reptiles has been a subject of debate among scientists. The traditional classification of reptiles includes four orders: Crocodilia (crocodiles, gavials, caimans, and alligators), Squamata (lizards, snakes, and worm lizards), Testudines (turtles), and Rhynchocephalia (the tuatara from New Zealand).
Evolution[edit | edit source]
Reptiles first appeared in the fossil record about 312 million years ago and were the dominant animals during the Mesozoic era, which is often called the "Age of Reptiles".
Conservation[edit | edit source]
Many species of reptiles are currently threatened with extinction due to human activities. Conservation efforts are being made to protect these species and their habitats.
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