Reptile Basics 3 Flashcards
1
Q
Crocodilia have Dermal Pressure Receptors that sense vibration. Where are these located in Crocodiles?
A
Jaws and Scales
2
Q
Crocodilia have Dermal Pressure Receptors that sense vibration. Where are these located in Alligators?
A
Jaws only
3
Q
Reptile top “skin” layer
A
Scales
4
Q
What lies under a reptiles scales?
A
Osteoderms (bony plates)
5
Q
Keratinized covering of osteoderms
A
Osteoscutes
6
Q
Which crocodilian has fringe on its rear limbs?
A
Crocodiles
7
Q
Which crocodilian does NOT have fringe on its rear limbs?
A
Alligator
8
Q
Which crocodilian’s 4th lower tooth is in a pit?
A
Alligator
9
Q
Which crocodilian’s 4th lower tooth is external?
A
Crocodile
10
Q
Which crocodilian has a short & wide beak and which has a long & narrow beak?
A
Short & Wide = ALLIGATOR
Long & Narrow = CROCODILE
