Title: Identify the characteristics of common pet reptiles and amphibians.
Course: Small Animal Care I (18102-36) > Section: Caring for and Managing Reptiles and Amphibians

Identification should include

- common terms used for reptiles and amphibians
- physical characteristics (e.g., typical size, colors, and appearance)
- life span
- sleep habits
- feeding habits
- behavioral characteristics, including normal and warning behaviors of each animal.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What physical characteristics do reptiles have in common?
- What physical characteristics do amphibians have in common?
- In what ways do the physical characteristics of turtles, snakes, and lizards differ from one other?
- How do the body types of turtles, snakes, and lizards affect their behavior?
- Why do all reptiles shed their skin?
- Why do indoor pet reptiles need to hibernate?
- How can the pet owner help the pet hibernate successfully?
- What are examples of warning behaviors of reptiles and amphibians?