Reptile types

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Across
  1. 3. A large, powerful crocodile that lives in Africa. It's an excellent swimmer and can be dangerous to other animals.
  2. 5. A small lizard with horns on its head. It can squirt blood from its eyes to scare away attackers.
  3. 7. A large lizard that scavenges for food and has a long neck and tail. It can swim well and climb trees.
  4. 8. Different species of turtles that live in the ocean. They return to the same beach to lay eggs each year.
  5. 9. One of the fastest and deadliest snakes in Africa. It's highly venomous and has a reputation for being aggressive.
  6. 12. A gecko with a crest on its head and large, round eyes. It can stick to surfaces using special pads on its feet.
  7. 13. A large freshwater turtle with a powerful jaw that can snap shut quickly. It's found in North America.
  8. 15. A small turtle with a hinged shell that allows it to close up tightly for protection. It's found in North America.
Down
  1. 1. A venomous lizard found in North America. It's colorful and has a slow, lumbering walk.
  2. 2. A legendary sea creature often depicted as a giant serpent. It appears in myths and folklore around the world.
  3. 4. A highly venomous snake found in South Asia. It can raise its upper body to look like a "hood" when threatened.
  4. 6. Not a lizard or a dinosaur, but a unique reptile found only in New Zealand. It has a "third eye" on its forehead.
  5. 10. A lizard known for changing color to blend into its surroundings. It has a long, sticky tongue to catch insects.
  6. 11. A non-venomous snake found in North America. It's popular as a pet due to its docile nature and attractive patterns.
  7. 14. A lizard with a long tail and a crest on its back. It basks in the sun to stay warm and is a herbivore.