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Reptiles

Any of various cold-blooded, usually egg-laying vertebrates of the class Reptilia,that have an external covering of scales or horny plates and breathe by means of lungs.

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dewlap
Animals; Reptiles

The flap of skin on the throat of some lizards; like iguanas and anoles.

dichromatism
Animals; Reptiles

Color differences between individuals of the same species

dimorphism
Animals; Reptiles

Any of the various differences between individuals of the same species; like color and size. Often sex-related differences.

diurnal
Animals; Reptiles

Active during the day. Occurring or active during the daytime rather than at night

dorsal
Animals; Reptiles

Referring to features on the back or along the spine of the reptile.

dorsum
Animals; Reptiles

The upper surface.

ectotherm
Animals; Reptiles

An animal whose body temperature varies with the temperature of its surroundings (also called cold-blooded). Reptiles are ectotherm animals.

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