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Fun Facts

1. Snakes have no eyelids. They use a clear scale called a spectacle to cover and protect their
eyes.
2. Chameleons' tongues can be as long as their bodies. This helps them catch insects from a
distance.
3. Geckos can climb walls. They have tiny hair-like structures on their feet that create adhesive
forces, allowing them to stick to surfaces.
4. Sea turtles can live up to 100 years. They have long lifespans similar to humans.
5. Komodo dragons can smell carrion from up to 2.5 miles away. Their sense of smell is
incredibly acute.
6. Crocodiles have been around for 200 million years. They are ancient survivors from the
time of dinosaurs.
7. Anoles can change color like chameleons. This ability helps them communicate and regulate
their body temperature.
8. Gharials have the longest snouts of any crocodilian. Their snouts are perfect for catching
fish.
9. The green basilisk lizard can run on water. It’s also known as the "Jesus Christ lizard" for this
ability.
10. Some turtles can breathe through their butts. This process, called cloacal respiration, helps
them stay underwater longer.
11. Snakes can dislocate their jaws. This allows them to swallow prey much larger than their
heads.
12. Reptiles have been to space. Tortoises were sent to the Moon by the Soviet Union in 1968.
13. Certain geckos can drop their tails as a defense mechanism. The tail continues to wriggle,
distracting predators.
14. Female Komodo dragons can reproduce without males. This process is called
parthenogenesis.
15. Iguanas have a third eye on their head. Known as a parietal eye, it can detect light and
movement.
16. Leatherback sea turtles can dive deeper than any other turtle. They can reach depths of
over 4,000 feet (1,219 meters).
17. Some snakes give birth to live young. While most lay eggs, species like boas and vipers give
birth to live offspring.
18. Crocodiles can't stick out their tongues. Their tongues are attached to the roof of their
mouths.
19. Geckos can regenerate lost tails. This helps them escape from predators and survive
injuries.
20. The tuatara has a unique "third eye." This pineal eye is visible only in hatchlings and is
thought to help regulate circadian rhythms.
21. Certain tortoises can survive without food and water for over a year. Their slow
metabolism allows them to go long periods without sustenance.
22. Bearded dragons can change the color of their beard. They do this to show aggression,
attract mates, or regulate temperature.
23. Some reptiles use their tails as weapons. Iguanas, for example, can deliver powerful tail
whips to defend themselves.
24. The Matamata turtle has a leaf-like appearance. This camouflage helps it blend into the
aquatic environments of South America.
25. Crocodiles and alligators use tools. They balance sticks on their snouts to lure birds
searching for nesting material.
26. The black mamba is one of the fastest snakes. It can slither at speeds of up to 12.5 miles per
hour (20 km/h).
27. Gila monsters store fat in their tails. This helps them survive during periods when food is
scarce.
28. Some lizards can squirt blood from their eyes. The horned lizard does this to deter
predators.
29. The smallest reptile is the nano-chameleon. It measures just over half an inch (13.5 mm)
from nose to tail.
30. Turtles have an incredible sense of direction. They can navigate back to their home beaches
after traveling thousands of miles.

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