Reptiles & Amphibians

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Cold-blooded and endlessly varied, reptiles and amphibians fill nearly every corner of the planet. This puzzle covers ten familiar species from both groups.

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Snake

A limbless reptile that swallows its prey whole, with some species using venom and others constriction to subdue food.

Lizard

A scaly reptile found on every continent except Antarctica, ranging from tiny geckos to massive monitor lizards.

Crocodile

A powerful aquatic reptile with a narrow snout, known for its incredibly strong bite force.

Alligator

A close relative of the crocodile with a broader, U-shaped snout, found mainly in the southeastern United States and China.

Gecko

A small lizard known for specialized toe pads that let it climb smooth vertical surfaces, even glass.

Chameleon

A lizard famous for changing color, which it uses more for communication and temperature control than simple camouflage.

Tortoise

A land-dwelling relative of the turtle, some species of which can live well over a century.

Frog

An amphibian with smooth, moist skin that typically begins life in water as a swimming tadpole.

Toad

A relative of the frog with drier, bumpier skin, generally more suited to life on land.

Salamander

An amphibian with a long tail and, in many species, the remarkable ability to regrow lost limbs.

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