Articles related to "Diapsid"



Champsosaurs
It's a crocodile? It's an alligator? No! It's a champsosaur!
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Dimetrodon
Dimetrodon is often mistaken for a dinosaur. Find out more about this mammal-like reptile and why it is not a dinosaur.
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Reptile Skulls
Reptile families are grouped by the shape of their skulls. How are turtles different from mammals?
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Crocodile Hunting
You don't have to be Steve Irwin to appreciate these scaly beasts!
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Marine Reptiles I: Ichthyosaurs
Marine reptiles of the Mesozoic are often mistaken for dinosaurs, learn more about these fascinating animals!
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Marine Reptiles II: Plesiosaurs
The Plesiosaurs were a very successful group of marine reptiles (not dinosaurs!) that lived during the Mesozoic Era.
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Marine Reptiles III: Mosasaurs
Mosasaurs are related to our modern monitor lizards and Gila monsters.
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