James E Gerholdt
2) Pythons
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Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, food habits, and defense mechanisms of this reptile which lives in jungles, rainforests, swampy areas, and even deserts.
3) Anacondas
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Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of this water boa which lives in the Amazon Basin.
5) King cobras
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Describes physical characteristics, habitat, food habits, and defense mechanisms of this reptile whose bite can kill a human and even an elephant.
6) Wolf spiders
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Introduces the small to medium-sized spider which has excellent eyesight, hunts on the ground, and lives all over the world including in the Arctic and on high mountains.
10) Spotted owls
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Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and habits of the owl which needs to live in a forest that has not been logged and in which the trees are old.
12) Copperheads
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Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, food habits, and defense mechanisms of this poisonous pit viper.
14) Amazon parrots
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Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural habitat of these birds that are popular as pets because of their bright colors and ability to learn tricks.
20) Bald eagles
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Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and habits of the bird which is our national symbol and which is often used on flags and other official banners.