Anatomy of Reptiles
Lizards and chelonians are quadrupeds and have a familiar pentadactyl limb arrangement. Reptiles lack a true diaphragm, although crocodilians do possess an analogous membranous structure that aids respiration. In many species, all organs are contained within a single coelomic cavity.
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Mar 5, 2021 · Summary · Reptiles are a class of ectothermic, tetrapod vertebrates. · Reptiles have several adaptations for living on dry land, such as tough ...
In general, all reptiles are covered with scales. They can have four legs, or none. There are no snakes with legs, but there are lizards without legs.
Aug 1, 2008 · In general, all reptiles are covered with scales. They can have four legs, or none. There are no snakes with legs, but there are lizards ...
Nov 24, 2017 · Reptiles are divided into two subclasses based on the presence or absence of openings in the temporal region of the skull. In chelonians, the ...
Dec 11, 2015 · Circulatory System. Most reptiles have a three-chamber heart that has two atria and one partially divided ventricle, as shown in Figure below.
Anatomy of a lizard ... Most lizards have dry skin made up of scales. The scales of lizards vary from the smoother scales of skinks to rough scales or even spikes ...