animal taxonomy

Introduction to Reptiles Reptiles are cold-blooded vertebrates belonging to the class Reptilia, which includes lizards, snakes, crocodiles, turtles, and tortoises. They possess dry, scaly skin, lay shelled eggs (in most species), and rely on external heat sources to regulate body temperature. Reptiles occupy a wide range of habitats—from deserts and forests to marshes and oceans—and […]