Category: Reptiles

  • Are Albino Alligators Rare? A closer look at Albina Alligators

    Are Albino Alligators Rare? A closer look at Albina Alligators

    Albino alligators are rare, prompting many to wonder if they are as uncommon as they seem. Are albino alligators rare? So let’s take a closer look.   Are albino alligators rare?   Albino alligators are some of the rarest reptiles in the world, with only one recorded albino being found in over two million wild…

  • What does an albino alligator look like?

    What does an albino alligator look like?

    Have you ever wondered what an albino alligator looks like? Albino alligators are a rare alligator species with white skin and pink eyes. They are often found in captivity but very rarely in the wild. To learn more about this unique species of alligator, let’s take a closer look at what an albino alligator looks…

  • Do Albino Alligators Get Sunburned?

    Do Albino Alligators Get Sunburned?

    Albino alligators are a rare sight in the wild, having an estimated 0.03% of the total population. But what is even more curious about albino alligators is their lack of pigmentation. Do they need sunscreen or other special care without melanin to protect them from the sun? Let’s explore this question and discover why albino…

  • Examining the Growth of Crocodiles and Lizards

    Examining the Growth of Crocodiles and Lizards

    The thought of a giant reptile may conjure up visions of dinosaurs. However, there are still reptiles alive today that are pretty impressive in size. Most notably, crocodiles have been known to reach massive sizes, while lizards have remained relatively small. Why is this so? Let’s examine why crocodiles grew to such sizes while lizards…

  • Why are non-bird reptiles lizards?

    Why are non-bird reptiles lizards?

    We often think of lizards as a type of reptile, but what makes them different from other non-bird reptiles? This blog post will discuss the common characteristics that define a lizard and how they differ from other reptiles.   Why are non-bird reptiles lizards?   People often wonder why reptiles are categorized as lizards when…