Snake Discovery Crossword Puzzle

2. This species was thought to be extinct until it was rediscovered in 1994!
5. An alligator’s back and tail are covered in bony deposits called ____.
6. Unlike centipedes, the _____ has two legs per body segment.
9. The _____ lizard will engage in a “push up” contest when challenged by another male for territory. (two words)
10. The green keel-bellied lizard gets the nickname “_______” lizard because of its unique defense mechanism. (two words)
11. The _____ goes through up to 2,000 teeth in its lifetime!
13. This African species of lizard will puff its throat and arch its back when threatened to appear larger.
15. Borneo Eared frogs are named after the prominent, sharp ____ behind their eyes, giving the appearance of ears.
16. The Mexican black kingsnake has natural resistances to various kinds of ____.

1. The Mexican ____ tarantula has become endangered in the wild due to due to the illegal pet trade.
3. Unlike most snakes, fox snakes are acclimated to ____ temperatures.
4. The Japanese Rat Snake is commonly called _____ in Japan, which means “blue general”.
7. This snake’s pattern mimics the venomous coral snake to ward off predators.
8. ____ frogs have translucent skin on their belly, making their organs visible!
12. Eastern ____ snakes will kill prey by beating it against nearby objects.
14. Each time a rattlesnake sheds, it gains a new ____ on its rattle.