Researchers have finally discover the mystery of why sea turtles will mainly stay in shallow water to feed and breed instead of going deep into the water. They have often wondered for years why they wouldn’t go out into the deep parts of the water more often when they are built for it.
A rare giant turtle was discovered in northern Vietnam. Researchers from the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo discovered the turtle and have stated it as being a cultural significance and great scientific discovery. It was believed that the Swinhoe soft shell turtle was extinct in the wild. However, they have found three other turtles of the same species in captivity.
Tortoises – also known as land turtles – are reptiles that dwell on the land and are shielded from any enemies by their hard shell. They look very much akin to the sea turtles that they are related to and can be hard to tell the difference between them.
Crocodiles – which are not to be confused with alligators – are incredibly large reptiles that live in the Tropics of Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Americas. You can find most crocodiles in rivers, lakes, and wetlands. The Saltwater Crocodile of Australia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific islands often live along the coastal areas and may even swim out to sea on occasion.
When you are near a pond in the summer time you must always be careful of poisonous snakes and alligators that may be lurking around in the water and the bushes. It is always a wise thing to high tail it in the other direction when you spot one. David Covington with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission said the best thing for people to do when they encounter wildlife is to leave the animals alone.
Scientists who are constantly studying dinosaurs have discovered the the larger dinosaurs’ hearing was sensitive to large noises rather then small ones, such as whistles. In fact they were given the ability to hear the footfalls of other dinosaurs from miles away.
There are four species of the anaconda snake, which live in the swamps and rivers of tropical South America. The Green Anaconda, which has been reliably reported in the 9 metre range (30 feet) in length (although most are considerably smaller). Although shorter than the longest recorded species, the Reticulated Python, it is considerably heavier and is bigger around. In fact, it is the heaviest snake species in existence: it can weigh 250 kg (551 pounds) and have a diameter of more than 30 cm (11.8 inches). Females average 6.7-7.9m (22-26ft) in length, while males average 3-4m (12-16ft). These are found mainly in northern South America.
Corn snakes are one of the most popular pet snakes that you will be able to find and they are also one of the most available. These snakes have a dazzling array of colors they are very easy to breed and do not require large enclosures. The corn sakes, which are most often found in the Southeast part of the United States, are often found in the wild living in wooded areas, farmland and abandoned buildings and outbuildings. They are able to adapt to a wide range of environmental conditions. This trait is what makes them so easy to care for as pets.
Most crocodiles can eat just about anything they want. Their long narrow snouts are rimmed with sharp teeth that can tear apart large prey or snatch anything tasty that happens to float by them. Those fierce teeth however, are not meant for chewing, instead they are meant for breaking up crab and turtle shells, or for crushing bones, even hooves and horns, so that they will fit down the croc’s throat.