Reptile and Amphib

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Reptiles

Cold-blooded vertebrates characterized by dry scaly skin, laying eggs on land, including lizards, snakes, and turtles.

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Iguana

A large herbivorous lizard found in Central and South America, popular as a pet.

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Bearded Dragon

A species of lizard native to Australia, known for its friendly nature and distinctive beard-like throat pouch.

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Gecko

A small to medium-sized lizard, often capable of climbing walls due to specialized toe pads.

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Chameleon

A unique lizard known for its ability to change color and its long, sticky tongue used for catching prey.

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Monitor

A large and powerful lizard belonging to the monitor lizard family, found in Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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Water Dragon

A species of dragon lizard, typically found near water sources, known for its ability to swim.

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Boa

A large non-venomous snake found in the Americas, often kept as a pet.

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Python

A non-venomous snake known for its constricting method of subduing prey, found in Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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Kingsnake

A non-venomous snake species that is tolerant to the venom of other snakes and often keeps them as prey.

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Rat Snake

A species of snake that primarily feeds on rodents, found in North America and Asia.

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Corn Snake

A popular pet snake, known for its docile nature and varied color patterns.

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Gopher Snake

A non-venomous snake native to North America, often confused with rattlesnakes.

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Box Turtle

A species of turtle with a domed shell and a hinged plastron that allows it to close its shell.

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Red-Eared Slider

An aquatic turtle known for its distinctive red ears, commonly kept as a pet.

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UV Lighting

Specialized lighting that provides ultraviolet radiation, essential for reptiles to synthesize vitamin D and metabolize calcium.

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Husbandry

The care and management of animals, including housing, nutrition, and health management.

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Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)

A condition caused by long-term calcium or vitamin D deficiency in reptiles, leading to bone deformities.

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Venipuncture

The process of obtaining intravenous access for intravenous therapy or venous blood sampling.

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Anesthesia

A medical procedure that induces insensitivity to pain, often used prior to surgery.

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Endoscopy

A diagnostic procedure that uses an endoscope to examine the interior of a hollow organ, such as the stomach.

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Euthanasia

The practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering, conducted in a humane manner.

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Chelonia

An order of reptiles that includes turtles, tortoises, and terrapins, characterized by a shell.

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Carnivore

An animal that primarily feeds on flesh.

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Herbivore

An animal that primarily feeds on plants.

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Omnivore

An animal that feeds on both plants and animals.

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Insectivore

An animal that primarily feeds on insects.

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Salmonella

A type of bacteria that can cause food poisoning, often associated with reptiles.

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Humidity

The amount of moisture in the air, which can vary significantly between different reptile species.

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Sanitation

The practice of keeping areas clean to prevent disease and ensure health.

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Restraint

The act of holding or limiting the movement of an animal to ensure safety during examinations or procedures.

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Physical Examination

A systematic examination of an animal to assess its health and identify any medical issues.

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