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Snakes

Are Snakes Amphibians?

Eastern brown snake, close up and tongue out on a stone path
Eastern Brown Snake (Reptile)

The amphibians and reptiles share some common qualities. So, it is only natural to question which species belongs to which class of animals. For example, is a frog an amphibian or a reptile? How about a salamander or a snake? No, snakes are not amphibians. Just like crocodiles and lizards, snakes are one of the […]

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Amphibians and Reptiles

What Is A Herp? (Examples)

herps - frog, newt and a snake
Herp Meaning

A herp is commonly referred to as a reptile or an amphibian. Herp is short for herpetofauna and comes from the Greek word herpes, which means crawling things or creeping animal. All herps are “cold-blooded” which means they lack an internal thermostat. Instead, they must regulate body heat through their interactions with the environment. Other names associated […]