Web3 de nov. de 2009 · Transcript. The term ‘cold blooded’ is a bit of a misnomer. We use it because it’s convenient and because it differentiates these animals called reptiles from ourselves and our closest relatives, which we call ‘warm blooded’. But to a scientist, … Web12 de jun. de 2014 · June 12, 2014, 4:57 PM PDT. WASHINGTON — The hot question of whether dinosaurs were warm-blooded like birds and mammals — or cold-blooded like reptiles, fish and amphibians — finally has a ...

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WebReptiles are cold blooded. This means they can't keep warm without help. But also means they can get too hot. So reptiles like crocodiles, hang out by water to cool down. WebSome reptiles, such as the python, can go a year without eating, because they do not use food to produce body heat. And if they lie still, they use little energy, so they can afford to eat little. Cold-blooded animals have a disadvantage compared to warm-blooded animals: There is a certain temperature below which their metabolism just won’t ... birch bay kite festival

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WebHowever, the majority of modern reptiles possess an ectothermic (cold-blooded) physiology. Today only the leatherback sea turtle ( Dermochelys coriacea ) has a near-endothermic physiology. So far no reptile, living or extinct, has developed specialized skin glands for feeding its young. WebFor cold-blooded animals living in the arctic seas, temperatures may range from below 0° C to 10–15° C (below 32° F to 50–59° F). Poikilotherms do maintain a limited control over … WebCold-blooded reptiles include lizards, snakes, and turtles, although Leatherback turtles are actually considered warm-blooded as their size allows them to maintain a core temperature. Although the vast majority … birch bayh\u0027s son christopher bayh