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Can a Turtle Outgrow Its Shell?
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Turtle shells help protect the reptiles from predators and allow some to move quickly through the water. Find out if a turtle can outgrow its shell.
6 Best Lizard Pets for Your Home
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The best lizard pets still require specialized care, so make sure to do your research before welcoming one of these reptiles into your home.
Titanoboa: Exploring Colombia's Prehistoric Giant Snake
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The extinct Titanoboa snake lived around 66 million to 56 million years ago. These things were massive and could reach 50 feet long and 3 feet wide making them the largest snake ever to have roamed the Earth.
Could a Platypus Poison Me?
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Platypus poison incapacitates competing male platypuses during mating season. Learn about platypus poison and other odd platypus features.
Pteranodon vs. Pterodactyl: Comparing Non-dinosaur Species
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If you've ever watched a dinosaur documentary or strolled through a natural history museum, you've probably heard a narrator make a big difference about pteranodon vs. pterodactyl species.
Prehistoric Turtle Had a Toothless Beak But No Shell
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A 220 million-year-old turtle fossil discovered in China is the first of its kind ever to be found. HowStuffWorks looks at the rare fossil discovery.
The African House Snake Will Love You for a Humid Home
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The African house snake is a small, nonvenomous snake native to southern Africa, often kept as pets due to its docile nature and ease of care. If you're into reptiles, you may have heard of them, but if not, you're in for a treat!
How to Draw an Alligator in 6 Steps
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Learn how to draw an alligator by following these easy, step-by-step instructions. Helpful diagrams guide you through each step of the drawing.
Did Crocodiles Descend From Dinosaurs?
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Crocodiles and dinosaurs definitely lived during the same time, but how closely are they related? Did crocodiles descend from dinosaurs?
How Pterosaurs Worked
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They were creatures of the air, but they aren't part of the avian family tree - and don't call them dinosaurs. What was life like for the pterosaurs, and what has sparked renewed interest in these flying reptiles?