Chapter 13: Reptile and Amphibian Breed Identification and Production Management
MATCHING
Match the following terms with the correct definition.
a.
brumation
m.
terrapin
b.
venomous
n.
ectothermic
c.
reptile
o.
vent
d.
algae
p.
tadpoles
e.
terrariums
q.
dewlap
f.
herpetology
r.
ecdysis
g.
substrate
s.
arboreal
h.
omnivores
t.
aquatic
i.
salmonella
u.
clutch
j.
gravid
v.
urates
k.
dimorphism
w.
brood
l.
probe method
x.
serpents
1. the term commonly known as the rectum
2. veterinary term for snakes
3. animal with dry, scaly skin that adjusts its body temperature by the environment
4. term for living in the water
5. bedding and floor material placed in a cage
6. term for poisonous
7. process of an animal using the environment to adjust its body temperature
8. urine and waste materials
9. animals that eat both plant and meat food sources
10. young newborn frogs or toads
11. plant based food source that grows in water when sunlight is present
12. the study of reptiles and amphibians
13. the shed cycle of reptiles
14. the semi-hibernation state when an animal sleeps a majority of the time and eats very little
15. term for living in trees and climbing
16. different characteristics between males and females
17. natural bacteria on reptiles and amphibians skin that causes zoonotic disease
18. term for reptiles that are pregnant and carrying eggs of live young
19. loose flap of skin under the chin
20. group of reptiles or amphibians
21. a group of eggs
22. veterinary term for turtles
Match the following terms with the correct definition.
a.
living in water
b.
urine and waste materials
c.
veterinary term for turtles
d.
bacteria that occurs naturally on reptile’s skin
e.
living on land
f.
study of reptiles and amphibians
g.
isolated
h.
skin shedding process
i.
group of eggs
j.
veterinary term for lizards
k.
group of reptiles
l.
semi-hibernation stage of reptiles
m.
inward appearance
23. terrestrial
24. quarantined
25. herpetology
26. concave
27. ecdysis
28. brood
29. urates
30. brumation
31. chelonians
32. salmonella
COMPLETION
1. The rectum of reptiles or amphibians may be called a vent or ______________.
2. Amphibians that live on land and in water are called __________.
3. Reptiles can live an average of _____ to _____ years depending on the species.
4. Frogs and toads spend their ___________ years in the water when they are young tadpoles.
5. Reptiles and amphibians are commonly housed in __________, which are their cages or
enclosures.
6. The snake probe method of determining gender reveals a male snake will have a probe depth
of ____ to ____ scales depending on size and species.
7. The incubation time of the green iguana is ______ to ______ days.
8. A male turtle has a ______________ tail than a female turtle.
9. Which is larger in size, the male or female turtle? _______________
10. Male amphibians usually have a _______________ change during the breeding season.
11. Snakes are carnivores and should be fed ___________ rodents to prevent bite wounds.
12. Juvenile turtles are more ________________ than adults.
13. Tadpoles eat mostly ____________ as their main diet source.
SHORT ANSWER
1. List 5 types of foods that iguanas are commonly fed.
2. List 3 signs of skin shedding on snakes.
3. List 3 characteristics of a male lizard.
4. List 2 snakes that bear live young.
5. List 3 types of substrates used in reptile and amphibian cages.
6. What safety issues must be addressed with lizards and how to handle their tails?
7. How should a lizard be released if it bites and doesn’t release?
8. Explain how to restrain a snake.
9. Explain how to restrain a turtle.
10. How should aggressive or venomous species be handled?
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Reptiles should be quarantined for:
a.
1-2 weeks
c.
2-3 weeks
b.
1-2 months
d.
2-3 months
2. The pH level of water for aquatic species is ideal at:
a.
6-7
c.
6.5-8.5
b.
5-6
d.
5.5-6
3. Reptiles and amphibians should be kept in room temperatures of :
a.
60-70 degrees
c.
65-75 degrees
b.
75-85 degrees
d.
85-90 degrees
4. Which of the following substrates is NOT safe for reptiles?
a.
wood chips
c.
pellets
b.
sand
d.
newspaper
5. Which of the following statements is TRUE about tadpoles?
a.
Tadpoles may become cannibals.
b.
Tadpoles live in the water.
c.
Tadpoles need vitamin C in their diets.
d.
All of the above are true.
6. Which of the following statements about reptile behavior is FALSE?
a.
Most reptiles are very social animals
b.
Reptiles are relatively docile when handled young
c.
When scared reptiles may bite
d.
All of the above are false
TRUE/FALSE
1. Reptiles can live as long as 20 years.
2. Poisonous species should be placed under anesthesia for safe handling.
3. Omnivores eat plant source foods.
4. A female snake will probe 6-10 scale lengths when determining gender.