VERTEBRATES

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General Sites

 
Adaptations Of Living Creatures--Information on bugs and creepy crawlies, animals and birds, sea creatures, lizards, reptiles and amphibians and human beings.
 
Africam--Colorful photographs and information on the mammals and primates living in Africa.
 
All About Mammals--Learn all about mammals, mammal classifications, and mammals through out time.  A link to a data base where you can print out mammals is a great feature for reports.
 
Animal Bytes--Find information about some of the unique creatures found in the animal kingdom. Most files include the scientific classification, fun facts, and biological value.
 
Animal Bytes 2--Fun facts, photos, sound clips and videos of many animals.  Choose by animal category, habitats and ecosystems, or place where animal lives.
 
Animal Diversity Web--Type in the animal you are looking for and rated links will be given for you to visit. You can also search by animal group by clicking on the animal to the left.
 
Animal Info--Index lists both the common and scientific names of individual species in alphabetical order.  Information given consists of a profile of the animal, picture, status and trends and references.
 
Animal Magazine--Nice selection of animals with good information and color pictures.  You can even send a the picture as a postcard.
 
Animal Papercraft--This is a real neat site with lots of amazing origami of animals, motorcycles and holiday ideas.  You can download patterns then assemble.  I really like the endangered animal section.  It is at times slow in loading but well worth the wait.
 
Animal Photos--From the National Zoo and the Smithsonian Institute, this site provides printable and clickable pictures of animals.  Pictures are outstanding!
 
Animal Print Outs--Many good line drawings and color photos to print.
 
AnimalPlanet--Includes interactive, videos, photo galleries, fact sheets and more on many animal groups.
 
Animals--This is an outstanding site for all kinds of information.  Click on the letter of the alphabet and find the topic you need.
 
Animals--These pages are jam-packed with facts and descriptions of many popular animals.  Arranged by location.
 
Animals, Etc.--Learn about animals through facts, live video cams, and outstanding pictures.  A wonderful site by National Zoo and the Smithsonian Institute.
 
Animals Of The World--An incredible and overwhelming set of links to animals throughout the world.
 
Beast Of Loch Ness--Examples of real animals once thought to be nonexistent, and myths and legends behind the discoveries of those animals, such as Africa's Ocapi.  There is also a narration of how the legend of Loch Ness monsters came to be and eyewitness accounts.
 
CalPhotos - Animals--Accesses 12,248 images of animals.
 
Complete List Of Animals--536 animals are listed with sites to each.
 
Creature Features--Get to know some of the most interesting and unusual members of the wild world—from cheetahs to crocodiles and whales to warthogs. Dive in for photos, video, audio, postcards, fun facts, and more!  This is a very cool site!
 
Desert Animals & Wildlife--Click on the animal for information and a color photo.
 
Electronic Zoo--A great site for finding information on your animal.  Contains images, sounds and fictional animal sites, as well as an outstanding list of general animal sites if you need further information.
 
Especies Fact Sheets--Provides fact sheets on animals, by region of the world. Includes drawings of the animals.
 
From A To Z--Birds, mammals, marsupials, and reptiles.
 
Images--Fish and aquatic life by Wernher Krutein. Beautiful colorful photographic images of aquatic invertebrates, vertebrates, aquatic mammals, aquatic insects, aquatic reptiles, amphibians, aquatic birds, aquatic flora, aquatic paleontology, and miscellaneous.
 
Mammals--48 selected sites on various animals.
 
Monterey Bay Aquarium:  Focus On--A close look at some prominent and interesting marine animals, especially those close to Monterey Bay, California.  Sea otters, other marine mammals, and the Giant Octopus are among the animals profiled.  Live Web cams and movies make this a fun site to visit.
 
Natural History Notebook--Find lots of fascinating facts about 246 animal species. You'll also learn about the amazing diversity of life on Earth (both past and present), and why it's important to protect that diversity.
 
Northwest Trek--Be surrounded by over 200 animals as you visit the Northwest trek and learn about native animals.
 
Washington State Critters--Mammals Of Washington--Explore the biodiversity of Washington's mammals.  All species in the state are found on checklist, and you can click on each name for an account of its natural history, geographic distribution, and further information.      Amphibian Database       see also  Birds  Reptiles   Amphibians  Insects  Echinoderms   Mollusks
 
Yahoo : Mammals--List of many animals with links to information.
 
Zoo--A great site where you can get many links to all the vertebrate classifications.
 

Zoobook Animals A-Z--Based on the popular Zoobook magazine, the wildlife photography, insightful writing, colorful illustrations, and diagrams explain in simple terms "animal facts."  Information includes how the animals hunts, what they eat, where they live, how they multiple and how long they live. The "Pet me" section if especially interesting.
 

 
 
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   Amphibians 

 
Amphibian Print Outs--Great line drawing or color pictures of amphibians that can be printed and put in your report.
 
Amphibians--Facts and photos on many amphibians.
 
Amphibians Of The World--An incredible and overwhelming set of links to amphibians throughout the world.
 
Charles Bogert's Wonderful World Of Frogs And Croaks--Listen to 14 different kinds of frogs online.
 
Electronic Zoo--Many good links for toads and their relatives.
 
The Froggy Page--More than you will ever want to know about frogs!
 
Frogs--From the San Francisco Exploratorium, this site explores the frog with tales and tours, features, and online exhibits.
 
Metamorphosis--Learn about how frogs grow and change at this site with graphics.
 
Poison Dart Frog--Includes a description and a picture.
 
Reptiles And Amphibians--This site has information taken from the Audubon Field Guides on many kinds of salamanders, frogs, and toads. Looking for a particular animal? There's a search box where you can type in the name.
 
 
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   Birds

 
All About Birds--A colorful fun site filled with useful information about birds as well as interesting facts.   Follow links to print outs.
 
Aerodynamics Of Birds--Learn how birds fly in this site from the Aeronautics Internet Textbook.
 
Atlantic Puffin--Formerly known as the Common Puffin. Includes information about nesting, feeding, world habitat, and more.     Common Puffin--Feeding habits, other names, and general facts about puffins. You can also listen to an Atlantic Puffin online.
 
The Aviary--Cool site with facts, photos, and illustrations of many different species of birds.
 
Bald Eagle--Brief facts on the bald eagle.     Eagle Facts--Student created a site with bald eagle information: history, ecology, folklore, photos, games and more.
 
Bird Illustrations--François Nicolas Martinet engraved illustrations of birds for books by some of the most influential ornithologists in 18th-century France.  Here is some of her outstand illustrations which can be viewed as thumbprint images or full page
 
Birds--Facts and photos on many birds.
 
Birds Of America --Outstanding photographs!
 
Birds Of Eastern North America--Information on various birds that inhabit the eastern part of North America.
 
Birds Of The World--An incredible and overwhelming set of links to birds throughout the world.
 
Eagles--Meet the various members of the eagle family.   Read the story of an eagle that was long believed to have vanished from the planet.   Get the story of the dramatic comeback of this American symbol.  Find more eagle facts, both in print and on the Web.
 
Extraordinary Birds--From crows to pigeons, pelicans to parrots, and well beyond, NATURE reveals the remarkable abilities of  "Extraordinary Birds".
 
Bird Monitoring--US Fish and Wildlife Service: Office of Migratory Bird Management. Contains information about bird issues, conservation, monitoring, reports, management, and laws and treaties related to birds.   Has a nice section on shorebirds.
 
Birds--This site has information taken from the Audubon Field Guides on many kinds of birds. Looking for a particular animal? There's a search box where you can type in the name.
 
Birds--Yahooligans--Many sites to find information about birds.
 
Hummingbirds!--All about hummingbirds.
 
Life Of Birds--This excellent companion site to the PBS show by David Attenborough has information on bird songs, evolution, bird parenthood, and lots more.
 
Online Bird Guide--This is a wonder site with sound clips of songs and calls, beautiful illustrations, informative text describing habitat, food preferences, breeding behavior, and identification tips, and range maps showing where each species occurs.
 
The Owl Pages--Owls in the US and around the world. Includes information, images, and sound of their calls.
 
Penguins--Detailed notes on each species of penguin, including: distinguishing features of the species, data on the size and weight, notes on the breeding cycle as well as a map showing where each species can be found.   The World Of Penguins--Meet those well-loved, well-dressed aquatic birds.  Read about why these birds may be in danger of losing their homes.  Learn why penguins, often clumsy on land, are so graceful underwater.  Looking for more about penguins?
 
Zoom Birds--Learn all about birds including  how birds are used as symbols, early birds, how birds relate to people, and even some bird jokes and crafts.  A rather busy site, but good information if you can ignore the clutter.
 
 
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   Fish

 
All About Fish Print Outs--Nice line drawings or color pictures of fish you can print and put in your report.
 
The Boney Fishes--Index of questions on tropical fish, cold water fish, and deep sea fish with links to the answers.
 
Fish--This site has information taken from the Audubon Field Guides on many kinds of freshwater and saltwater fish. Looking for a particular kind? There's a search box where you can type in the name.
 
Fish--Facts and photos on many fish.
 
FishBase--Find biological information on just about any fish with this database of more than 25,000 species. Look up information by common or scientific name, family, geographical location, or topic area.
 
Fish Of The World--An incredible and overwhelming set of links to fish throughout the world.
 
Fish Print Outs--Need a picture for your report?  You have come to the right place.
 
Pacific Herring - A "flashy" fish!
 
Reef Fish Encyclopedia--Contains more than 1000 pages of information. Each page includes a detailed description, information on species size, habitat, distribution, reproduction, feeding, behavior, diver interaction, and the best places to see.
 
The Salmon Cycle--The salmon is one of the most important animals living in the Puget Sound region.  Learn more about the life cycle of the salmon and how you can help protect them.
 
Sea Dwellers!--Here is your chance to get up close and personal with some of the most fearsome and fascinating creatures that roam the ocean's depths.
 
 
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   Endangered

 
Asian Elephants--Very detailed, yet brief, information with photos and map.
 
Animal Info--Information on rare, threatened and endangered mammals--This site tells you what the rarest animals in the world are and gives you detailed information about each endangered animal, including habitat, diet, behavior, threats and reason(s) for decline.
 
Bagheera's Lair--An interactive, multimedia site about endangered species.  Outstanding site with color photos.
 
Endangered Animals--Provides a comprehensive set of resources, organized by animal group.
 
Endangered Animal Print Outs--Nice line drawing of animals that can be printed and put in your report.  Some have information included about the animal.
 
Endangered Species Of The Next Millennium--Defines human beings as the ultimate cause of the disappearing Animal Kingdom. Complete a journey through the "What?" "Why?" and "How?" sections, that contains information about Endangered Species. The Media Gallery houses the images, videos and sound bytes of endangered species.
 
Endangered Animals Of The World--94 schools submitted a total of 997 reports on endangered animals! 
 
Endangered Animals Of The World--This web site offers information on many endangered species from around the world. The site is divided into several main sections, including mammals, birds and fish. The animals sections have a list of endangered animals, organized by their taxonomic classification.
 
Endangered Animals--Yahooligans--Individual listing of endangered animals with number of links listed.  Look below this list for general endangered animal sites.
 
Endangered Species--Click on the general topic or one of the specific links.  You can also do a search.
 
Endangered Species.Com - The Rarest Info Around--Well designed and very informative web site about the world's rare animals. One highlight is a list of endangered species by state map. The site also includes information on conservation efforts and endangered species organizations who are dedicated to saving and preserving the world's most endangered wildlife and plant life.
 
Endangered Species Of North America And Canada--Many links to endangered animal sites with several sites specific to  individual states.
 
Endangered Species Of The World--Almost overwhelming!  Links to an incredible amount of sites of endangered animals, plants, insects, reptiles, and more.
 
Endangered Species Sources--Provides sources of information on endangered species, as well as related links on facts, policies, laws, and treaties.  Also includes image links.
 
Endangered Species Home Page--A site full of information about endangered animals.  Click on the list of threatened and endangered species link on the left.
 
Endangered, Threatened, Vulnerable, Or Stable Species--Provides fact sheets on animals needing protection, including the Grizzly Bears, Gray Wolves, Manatees, Lynx, Dolphins, Bison, American Crocodiles, Sea Turtles, Killer Whales, Sea Otters, Prairie Dogs, Florida Panthers, Humpback Whales, Bats, Moose, California Condors, Elk, Blue Whales, Caribou, Steller Sea Lions, Bald Eagles, Sharks, Red Wolves, American Alligators, and Black-Footed Ferrets.
 
Exploring A World At Risk--Take an expedition through the world of endangered species. Learn about endangered animals, endangered habitats, causes of endangerment, then take  a tour of the exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City.
 
Mammals, Extinct--Several selected sites telling about extinct animals.   Dodo
 
Keep The Wild Alive--"Browse through papers on the Endangered Species Act and Habitat Conservation Plans, dig up facts on individual species' lifecycles and migration patterns, and more."
 
Rhino Information--Information on the various species of rhinoceros. Includes physical characteristics, endangered status, pictures, and more. From the International Rhino Foundation.
 
Sierra Club Species And Habitat Home Page--This report examines the national, regional and state status of native species and habitat, and the causes for their disappearance.
 
Species Information-- Links to various databases providing information on threatened plant and animal species.
 
Threatened And Endangered Animals And Plants--Tremendous set of links from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on endangered animals and plants throughout the world.
 
Threatened Species--This site supplies extensive information on the following endangered animals: African and Asian elephants; black, white, Indian, Javan and Sumatran rhinoceros; whales; brown and spectacled bears; giant panda; gorilla; chimpanzee; bonobo; orangutan; and tiger. Each animal has an introductory report, sections on general biology, distribution, population, threats, conservation and research activities, legal status, captive breeding programs, and a bibliography of related reading references.
 
The Watch List: America's Birds Are In Trouble--A list of birds in decline or in danger from the National Audubon Society.
 
Wildlife's Last Resort--Help detective Jake G. Panda figure out what happened to Eddie Tapir and the other "missing " animals.  Be sure to visit the "Hotel" and investigate Jake's office and the Watering Hole Lounge.
 
World Wildlife Fund- Endangered Species--Information on selected endangered species including fact sheets on the individual animals, threats to their survival and avenues for taking action.
 
 
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   Mammals

 
All About Mammals--Some great links to various mammals, what they eat, interesting facts, and print outs.
 
Animal Info--Index lists both the common and scientific names of individual species in alphabetical order.  Information given consists of a profile of the animal, picture, status and trends, and references.
 
Animal Information--Facts about bears, elk, wolves, deer, mountain lions and many more mammals from Bear Country U.S.A., a wildlife park in South Dakota.
 
Animals--Lots of great information on birds, mammals, wildlife, sea life, conservation, pets, and more.  Under "Wild facts," you can search for an animal in their database.  Take time to check out the daily hightlights!
 
Bat Resource Area--Lots of information about bats including pictures.     Vampire Bat--At the National Geographic Web site you will find fun facts about the vampire bat, view a map of where they are located, watch videos and send a postcard.   Bats--Great links to information on bats throughout the world.     Fun Facts About Bats--Which U.S. state has the most species of bats living there? How many mosquitoes can bats eat in one hour? Find out the answers to these questions and more at this site.     Webwings: Internet Bat Links--Bat facts, bat houses, living with bats and more.
 
The Bear Den--Comprehensive understanding of all members of the bear family.
 
Big Cats On Line--Offers a general introduction to the various species of cat living in the wild today.   African Lions      Sumatran Tigers     Snow Leopard     Species Accounts--The wild cats are grouped according to the five geopolitical regions. Choose a region and learn about what breeds exist there. Colorful photographs and detailed facts about each species included.
 
Bobcat--Native only to North America, the bobcat is found in greater numbers and in more places than any other wild cat on this continent.
 
Cats--Explore how nature "designed" the cat by examining cat's skeletal and muscular systems, coat, behavior, and explore a cat's gallery.
 
Cats! A to Z--A cat encyclopedia which includes information on ancient cats and modern cats.  Additional links include cats by distribution (geographic location), habitat and status. Photographs and basic statistics about each cat are included.
 
Cetacea--Provides you with complete background information on every species of whale, dolphin and porpoise known to humankind.  You can either search for a specific species or simply browse through the site!  Also includes a link to endangered species.
 
The Cheetah Spot--Facts, graphics, sounds, appearance, speed, food, history and more.
 
Cheetahs In The Hot Spot--Namiba, in south Africa, is home to the world's largest population of cheetahs.  But it's no easy life.  NATURE's "Cheetahs in the Hot Spot" presents a multi-faceted portrait of this beautiful animal under siege.
 
Coyote--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, their size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.
 
Dolphins--Five websites where you can learn more about the popular sea mammal.
 
Dolphins:  Close Encounters--Takes a look at how researchers and others have been able to get close to these intelligent creatures.
 
Dolphins: Oracles of the Sea--From ThinkQuest, this site explains the evolution of dolphins, their anatomy, behavior, and their relationship with humans.
 
Elephant Information Repository--This site has elephant information, news, and links.
 
Exploring Mammals--Learn about features that make mammals different from others, gain insight into mammal diets and features that distinguishes various feeding strategies, examine different groups of mammals, observe how specialized characteristics and behaviors help mammals survive in their environment, and learn about ecosystems where some mammals inhabit.
 
Fossas--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.
 
The Grasshopper Mouse--A tiny carnivore that stalks its prey and howls like a wolf!
 
Hippopotamus--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.
 
International Snow Leopard Trust--Facts, habitat, photographs and more.
 
Jumping Mice--Contains information on thier habitat, food, size, and general description.         Jumping Mice    
 
Koalas Page--How are koalas born? What do they eat? These questions and more are answered here.
 
The Majestic Presence Of The Whale--Click on the species of whale you want to learn more about!
 
Mammals--This site has information taken from the Audubon Field Guides on many kinds of mammals. Looking for a particular animal? There's a search box where you can type in the name.
 
Mammals--Select a mammal from the list and get brief information about the animal, as well as, a colorful picture.
 
Mammals Of The World--An incredible and overwhelming set of links to mammals throughout the world.
 
Mammals Of Washington--Explore the biodiversity of Washington's mammals. 
 
Mammals:  Yahooligans--Animals are listed in alphabetical order with number of links available.
 
Marine Mammals--27 sites containing information on mammals that live in the oceans.
 
Masters Of The Ocean Realm--Information on Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises.
 
PAWS Mammal Index--Use the drop down menu to select mammal.
 
The Platypus--The Platypus--One of nature's strangest creatures!
 
Rabbit--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.
 
Sheep Bighorn--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.
 
Seals, Sea Lions, Walrus, Manatees, And Sea Otters--Index of questions about seals, sea lions, walrus, manatees, sea otters, and dugongs with links to the answers.     Seal Evolution--Learn about the evolution of the Pacific Harbour Seal.     Sea Otters--Learn about the world of sea otters and current research on the biology of these amazing animals.     Pinniped Species Information Pages--Antarctica has six species of seal. The Seal Conservation Society's site contains in-depth descriptions of these and other seals of the world. Information about species status and distribution can also be found here.
 
The Secret World Of Sharks And Rays--Dive deep under the ocean's surface to learn all about these aquatic creatures.  Find out about some of the various shark species.  Get the scoop on the excursion that's attracting adventurous travelers.  Explore a collection of shark and ray Web sites and books.
 
Shark And Ray Encyclopedia--Contain more than 1000 reef fish, sharks and rays. The encyclopedia is searchable by common, science or family name. Each detailed species profile includes photos and information on: size, distribution, habitat, reproduction, feeding, behavior, diver interaction, and the best places to see.     Chondricthyes--Index of questions about sharks, rays, and rays with links to answers.
 
Shark Attack!--NOVA Online dives into the world of sharks. Learn shark facts and see clear and detailed pictures.
 
Shark School--Shark anatomy, shark facts, games and more can be found at this site from the San Diego Natural History Museum.
 
The Tasmanian Devil--Meet the real Taz!
 
Tiger Information Center--"Learn about tiger ecology, tigers in trouble, zoo tigers, and more!"
 
Toothwalkers:  Giants Of The Artic Ice--How do walruses -- and their human neighbors -- survive in the Arctic?  Learn about the life cycle and habitat of the walrus.  Discover how these creatures of the Arctic fare in captivity.  Read a filmmaker's harrowing account of his experience filming wild walruses. 
 
Gray Wolf--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.     Learn About Wolves--The fascinating world of wolves through pictures, sounds and text!  Check out the red wolf!
 
Warthog--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.
 
WhaleNet--An excellent site containing everything you could ever want to know about marine mammals, including links, facts, pictures, etc. etc. This site has an "ask a scientist" section if you can't find an answer in its pages.     Whale And Dolphin Fact Sheets     Center For Whale Research--This center has been in operation since 1976 and conducts benign research on whales.  The site has excellent information on humpbacks and orcas.      Whale And Dolphins--Index of questions about various whales and dolphins with links to answers.     Baleen Whales (Gray Whales, Blue Whales, Humpback Whales)--Index of questions about Mysticeti with links to the answers.     Blue Whale--The largest animal that has ever existed!
Year For The Tiger--From the World Wildlife Organization, this site gives you current tiger news, tiger background information, and also fun stuff, like make a tiger, watch a slideshow, why do tigers roar, and take a quiz.
 
Zebras Grant's--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.
 
Zoom Mammals--Learn all about mammals, mammal classifications, and even pre-historic mammals. 
 
Zoom Sharks--Zoom Sharks is a comprehensive on-line hypertext book about sharks.
 
Zoom Whales--Zoom Whales is a comprehensive on-line hypertext book about whales.
 
 
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   Primates

 
All About Apes--Learn all about the gorilla, chimpanzee, orangutan, gibbon, and siamang at this site.
 
The Jane Goodall Institute--Frequently asked questions are answered here. You will also find nformation about chimps and about Jane Goodall.     Jane Goodall's Wild Chimpanzees--Meet one of the world's best-known and beloved wildlife researchers.  Find out how Goodall's groundbreaking research still inspires scientists today.  Discover one of the best places in the world for viewing wild chimpanzees.  Learn more about Jane Goodall, chimpanzees, and Tanzania. 
 
A Lemur's Tale--Learn about the evolution and behavior of these unique animalsFind out how a filmmaker felt as he followed a lemur troop.   Read about the enormous island of Madagascar and its stunning variety of wildlife.  Check out other Web sites and print materials related to lemurs.      Duke Primate Center--"A sneak peek at the world's largest captive population of lemurs. The lavishly illustrated virtual tour of the entire prosimian suborder takes you from the aye-aye to the lesser bushbaby. But the lemurs are clearly the stars here (check out the fat-tailed Dwarf Lemur)."
 
Mask Of The Mandrill--Meet the world's largest and most colorful monkey.  Take a tour of the mandrill's homeland.  Trek through dense rainforest with a wildlife filmmaker.  Learn more about mandrills, both on the Web and in books.
 
Orangutans:  Just Hangin' On--Journey into the Asian rainforest to meet endangered apes.  Find out what is being done to save the wild orangutan.  Discover how handy these primates can be.  Learn about this animals startling intelligence.  Explore further web sites about orangutans.  
 
 
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   Reptiles

 
Alligator--Learn about the alligator's habitat his feeding habits, and his kin.  Also includes information on reproduction, myths and facts and alligator farming.     Chinese Alligator     American Alligator
 
Amphibians And Reptiles--Learn about the many amphibians and reptiles in Washington.
 
Boa, Emerald Tree--Brief but detailed information of where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.
 
Crocodiles!--"The ultimate guide to crocodilians, with everything from their survival strategies to the basics on all 23 species to what it's like to wrestle with a half-ton Nile crocodile in the wild." From NOVA online.     Crocodilians: Natural History and Conservation--"Some of these pictures may take you a little bit too close to crocodiles and their relatives. But if there's anything you ever wanted to know about the thick-skinned reptiles, this is the place to go. You can also hear the hiss a crocodile makes before biting its victim, or the distress call of young crocs."     Crocodile And Alligator Sites    False Gavial Or Gharial
 
Frogs--Information on frogs as well as some  frog folklore.
 
Gila Monsters--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.
 
Lizards Mexican Beaded--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status. 
 
King Cobra--Enter if you dare!  An interactive learning adventure about King Cobra, presented by National Geographic.  This is really awesome!    The Cobra--Pictures and facts describing this deadly snake.     King Cobra
 
The Komodo Dragon--Dragons exist!  Find out more.    Komodo Dragon     Komodo Dragon
 
Python--Brief but detailed information on  where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle, survival methods, and endangered status.     Green Tree Python
 
Rattlesnake, Southern Pacific--Brief but detailed information on where they live, what they eat, size and characteristics, life cycle