Reptiles & Amphibians

You might think spitting cobras are named for their poor table manners. The truth is they get their name from their ability to shoot venom from their fangs. In fact, some spitting cobras can… More →

Different chameleon species show an array of colors and patterns depending on their mood or environmental factors like temperature and light. These remarkable reptiles can also rotate their… More →

King cobras are known for their broad heads and standing defense posture. When these cobras sense prey nearby, they extend the top one-third of their body up in the air, lurching forward to… More →

Reaching more than 20 feet and 2,000 pounds, the crocodile is the largest living reptile in the world! These endangered creatures spend their days resting on land or floating in swamps or… More →

Black mambas give snakes a bad name. They are aggressive and have a bite that is usually a death sentence. Their venom is 10 to 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake's! Tread carefully as you… More →

Dinosaurs, the world's most notorious reptiles, became extinct a long time ago. However, their cold-blooded, scaly reptile relatives still creep around today. While people no longer have to… More →

Some animals lead a double life. First, they pose as aquatic creatures, breathing through gills and using tails to maneuver underwater. Then they exchange these features for legs and lungs to More →

Toads are masters of self-defense. When they face predators, they have several survival strategies. They can ooze poison, puff up their bodies, or play dead! This book introduces young… More →

There is an animal in Asia with enough venom in its bite to kill 20 people! It is the king cobra—a snake that lifts its body off the ground, spreads its hood, and hisses violently before… More →

It seems the most overlooked creatures tend to have tricks up their sleeves – or in this case, tails. Threaten a salamander and it might steal away, leaving one extremity behind. Kids will… More →

Alligators often lurk in swampy waters. They poke their eyes, ears, and nostrils out of the water to sense prey. This book offers children an alligator encounter, bringing the animal's… More →

One of the most common snakes in the world, the adder is the only snake to live in the Arctic Circle. Burrowing away in winter and basking in the spring sun, adders make their homes in… More →