ADVANCED MERIT: REPTILE STUDY
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1. Describe in detail 4 poisonous snakes and the 1 poisonous lizard found in the
Unites States.
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2. Demonstrate first aid for a snakebite.
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3. Describe the main differences between the following:
a. Alligators and crocodiles. _______________________________________________
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b. Toads and frogs. _________________________________________________________
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c. Snakes and lizards. ______________________________________________________
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4. Give the approximate number of reptile and amphibian species in the United States.
a. Reptiles. _______________________ b. Amphibians. _____________________
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5. Explain the differences in the life cycles of reptiles and amphibians.
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6. Make sketches from field observations of 6 reptiles and 3 amphibians. Record
their observed habits and the habitat where they were observed.
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7. Keep a nonpoisonous reptile or amphibian for at least 1 month. Keep a log of its
activities, such as food eaten, skin shedding, color changes, and other habits.
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8. Do 1 of the following:
a. ___ Take clear photographs that will identify 2 reptiles and 1 amphibian.
b. ___ Give a talk to a small group about reptiles and/or amphibians using
photographs or living specimens.
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9. Give 3 Scripture references that mention reptiles.
a. _____________________ _____:_____ b. _____________________ _____:_____
c. _____________________ _____:_____
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10. Explain the importance of insects as a food source for reptiles.
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11. Give 3 Scripture references that mention insects.
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