Reptiles

Reptiles are characterized by breathing air, laying shelled eggs and having skin covered in scales and/or bony shields. Reptiles inhabit every continent on the earth (except Antarctica). The following animals belong to reptiles group: Crocodiles (crocodiles, caimans, alligators), lizards & snakes, turtles & tortoises. Reptiles range in size from a tiny gecko (1.6cm) to the large saltwater crocodile, which may reach 6 m in length and weigh over 1,000 kg.