Iguana is a reptile that has keen vision which allows it to see shapes, shadows, colours, and movement at long distances. It blends into its surroundings to hide. It can drop off part of its tail when escaping and a new tail will regrow. The green iguana lives at the …

Snake is a reptile that is limbless with a greatly elongated body and tail. Some snakes live on land and others live in water, either fresh water or sea water. The snake is a predator but may or may not be dangerous. A venomous snake uses its fangs to inject …

Tortoise is a reptile that has a high-domed shell, columnar hind limbs and stubby hind feet. It is known as a land turtle that lives in deserts and tropical forests. The tortoise moves very slowly. It spends several hours foraging for food and can survive for a long time without …

Turtle is a reptile that has a bony shell that is part of its skeleton. The shell protects it from predators. Some turtles live on land and some live in water, fresh and salt. Some turtles eat meat, some eat plants, and some eat both meat and plants. Unlike many …

Cat is a mammal that is self-reliant even as a domesticated house pet. It has specialised teeth and claws that adapt it to a life of active hunting. The cat is carnivorous, agile, powerful, and coordinated in movement. It feeds on animals like rodents, lizards and birds. The social behaviour …