Tagged With Aquatic Reptiles

Copperhead snake slithering across a sun-dappled forest floor, its copper-colored scales gleaming

Do Snakes Have Cold-Blooded Physiology? The Science of Snake Thermoregulation

26 April 2024

Snakes are ectothermic, which means that they are unable to control their own body temperature and must rely on the environment to do so.

Can Turtles Hear? An In-Depth Look at Their Unusual Ears

23 April 2024

Turtles have an inner ear that enables them to hear on land and in the water, even though they don't have an outer ear.

Medium-sized, grey blue catfish with spotted fins resting on a damp cloth, with a curious expression as it begins to dry out

How Long Can Catfish Live Out of Water? Understanding Catfish's Limits Outside of Water

22 April 2024

Depending on the size of the catfish, they can live for different lengths of time, ranging from 5-10 minutes for small catfish to over an hour for larger species.

A red-eared slider turtle cautiously sniffing a ripe red tomato on a bed of leafy greens

Can Turtles Have Tomatoes? A Guide to Reptile Diet Staples

22 April 2024

Turtles can safely consume tomatoes as long as they are fed in moderation, however, some parts of the tomato plant are poisonous and it's important to watch portion sizes.

Overhead view of a yellow-bellied slider turtle stretching its neck towards a heat lamp suspended above its partially submerged, well-planted aquarium habitat

Do Turtles Really Need a Heat Lamp? Lighting and Heating Needs

19 April 2024

Correct heat lamp usage is vital for turtles to be able to thermoregulate and keep their metabolisms working the way that they should.

Small green sea turtle with a rough, textured shell crawling across a sandy beach

Do Turtles Shed Their Shells? Exploring Turtle Molting Habits

17 April 2024

Turtles molt their shells and skin in a process known as ecdysis or molting in order to grow.

Close-up of a Sulcata tortoise turning away from a plate of fresh greens in a home environment

Why Won't My Turtle Eat? Common Causes and Solutions

17 April 2024

Causes of a turtle not eating, such as changes in their environment, stress, and medical conditions that affect their ability to eat.

A wet, shaggy-coated pygmy goat swimming confidently through a river or pond, with its head above the water and its legs paddling

Can Goats Swim? The Surprising Truth About Their Aquatic Prowess

13 April 2024

Goats are actually pretty good swimmers, and have evolved to be able to swim and move through water, particularly in the wild.

Close-up of a coiled venomous snake with a diamond-shaped head and striking yellow eyes, ready to strike a small green lizard in the foreground

What Do Snakes Eat? The Complex Relationship Between Snakes and Lizards

12 April 2024

In order to catch and eat lizards, snakes use special hunting techniques that are influenced by things such as the snake's size and venom.

A brown and tan Eastern Diamondback rattlesnake swimming smoothly across a lake, its paddle-like tail propelling it forward

Do Snakes Swim? The Science of Their Aquatic Skills

10 April 2024

Snakes have a number of amazing adaptations that help them live and hunt in the water, including paddle-shaped tails and special ways of sensing their surroundings.

Close-up of a box turtle with a yellow and black shell examining a ripe purple grape on a mossy log

Can Turtles Have Grapes? A Nutritionist Weighs in on the Facts and Safety

6 April 2024

Turtles can have grapes, but it's important to make sure that you're not feeding them too many - different types of turtles have different grape needs.

Puff adder snake captured mid-jump, its thick body elevated off the ground with jaws open as if striking

Do Snakes Jump? The Fascinating World of Snake Locomotion

5 April 2024

How some snakes are able to jump and even fly by using special biomechanical modifications.