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I have chosen three options that I think would be good class pets. My three choices for the class pet is a hedgehog, turtle, or lizard. I think they will all be fairly good class pets and easy to take care of. They are all cheap besides the hedgehog which can range from 100 dollars to 200 dollars. I think they will all be good pets for your class and will be easy to take care of. The hedgehog being the most expensive option but probably the most fun. They can be played with but require caution due to the spines on the animal, as long as you don’t threaten the animal they are usually fine. They love to eat so you need to play with them and exercise them otherwise they will gain weight. They eat dry or wet hedgehog food and like bugs as treats. Their cages require cleaning and they will not cause a disruption because they are nocturnal for the most part. This is why I think they would be a good class pet. Red eared sliders are the most common of pet turtles. A full grown turtle can be up to 12 inches. They do need a pretty specialized cage with the basics being a heat lamp, water filtration, water heater, basking dock and somewhere they can swim. They are not very good to play with but they are fun to watch. Juveniles need to be fed daily but adults can be fed every other day. They are omnivores that eat worms and finely chopped meat for protein but eat fruit and lettuce for most of their diet. They require cleaning in their cage. They do require work and are not effortless to…

Snake When one hears the word snake, many other things come to mind besides a reptile. Knowing the true definition and the implied definition of the word will help us to understand its meaning a little better. Snake is intensively defined as one of the limbless vertebrates constitution the reptilian order orphidia (characterized by a greatly elongated body, tapering tail, and smooth, scaly integument), some species of which are noted for their venomous properties; an ophidian, a serpent. Which…

Chameleons are unusual reptiles. They are most well known for their eccentric ability to blend in with their surroundings. In reality, there are numerous misconceptions that chameleons only change colors to match their environment or to deceive predators. In fact, the main reason that chameleons change their skin is due to their mood. In a way, chameleons are greatly misunderstood. At times, I find myself relating to these fascinating creatures. I am flexible in situations and adaptable to my…

Have you ever heard of the wildly dangerous Komodo dragon? The one whose bite contains so much nasty bacteria, that it kills large animals like water buffalo and deer. If not, it’s time that you did because there is a lot more than the Komodo Dragons bite to learn. For starters, the Komodo Dragons mouth isn’t full of bacteria. That is just a myth! It actually produces venom, like a poisonous snake. And, even though these reptiles are quite large, some growing up to 12 feet, they are actually in…

The names Pyro, Pyro Drastica. I'm a hotheaded 15-year old who lives in the magical land of Mongolia and life is pretty normal for me. Except for the fact, my dad's a wizard saint. You see, in Mongolia, there are a variety of wizards and witches that house different powers, my father for one uses a magic called Fire Magic. He tries to tell me that he can see the inner fire within me and that I might also be a Fire wizard but I think that's complete bullshit. I mean, why would I be a wizard and…

Like a myth coming to life, chameleons have a “superpower” that we wish we had: genetic camouflage. Though tons of animals can do this, the chameleon is the most iconic. They use this ability to heat up, communicate, warn off predators, or to find a mate. Scientists have studied how they do this in order to see if this can aid the human race. This research paper is on the process in which chameleons change their skin tone and how they survive with such a unique ability. Pigment causes skin…

With their quickly swiveling eyes and vibrantly pigmented skin, chameleons are incredible animals to study. There are numerous species that can be found across multiple continents. Much is known about these lizards, yet just when scientists believe they have these riveting reptiles figured out, they learn even more about them. Chameleons are interesting animals to study because they have distinctive physical features in addition to color changing abilities, and they vary from species to…

classification differences between glass lizards and snakes.) I. Glass lizards and snakes in general have a deep genetic history with each other. a. I shall begin with explaining with taxonomy i. Taxonomy is the “scientific classification system” between all life. ii. An example is by thinking of having all animals group into one then separate by grouping each one by similar genetic and physical characteristic. iii. Living organisms are divided by 8 “levels” in a traditional taxonomy. iv. With…

or reduction of one of the lungs helps with flexibility and locomotion. The organs of a Serpentes need to be thin and long to allow for locomotion. Two complete lungs would limit the motion of the vertebrate, therefore disadvantageous. There are some Serpentes with complete left lungs that are seen as primitive. Usually the Serpentes with a complete left lung are also found with diminished hind legs, called spurs, that are used to help reproduce (Evolution). One example of this is the family…

as so many unique features, such as the tiny hairs they have in their feet, with this unique change from evolution it gives them this more stable, strong, amazing change, their also abortion survive in many different habitats. With another adaptation to be able to climb up mostly everything, but as well as their colored bodies. Which are bright colors, and with Gecko's ability to jump twice its size to get away from any harm coming it's way. One of Geckos ancestors is the reptilia. The reptilia…