Crocodiles are the largest reptiles on Earth. They live in warm places. Crocodiles don't sweat. They open their mouths to cool off, like a panting dog. And they don't sweat. Learn all about these amazing and scary-looking reptiles.
Turtles are reptiles. Turtles need heat from the environment to make their bodies warm. Turtles spend most of their time in the water. They make nests on land to lay their eggs. Learn all about these slow-moving reptiles.
Iguanas live in warm places. An iguana's skin color helps it hide from predators. Reptiles have tails. An iguana's tail breaks off if it is grabbed by a predator. It grows back right away. Learn all about these dinosaur-looking reptiles.
Snakes are reptiles. They are cold-blooded. They burrow underground to make their bodies warm. A snake's skin does not grow with its body. Snakes shed their skin as they grow. Learn all about these wriggly reptiles.
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