Class - Reptilia (Snakes, Lizards, Turtles, and Crocodiles) free
html hit counter  Class Reptilia are ectothermic vertebrates
with scales and the ability to lay hard-shelled amniotic eggs.
Scales protect reptiles from abrasion and loss of body moisture.
Hard-shelled eggs provide a protective environment in which the
embryo can develop. The Class Reptilia includes snakes, lizards,
crocodiles, and tortoises. There are over 7900 species of
reptiles. Since reptiles do not produce their own body heat they
modify their activity and behavior to best adapt to changing
environmental temperatures. Picture from Disney's Animal
Kingdom. Taken by myself (Raul654) in January, 2006. Photo By
Jeremy Scholz 2005