European pond turtle

The animation shows the anatomy of turtles.

Biology

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A species of venomous snakes widespread in Europe. Its bite is rarely fatal to humans.

A type of snake with a characteristic spot on its neck.

Geckos can walk on walls or even ceilings. The 3D scene explains this ability.

Chameleons are reptiles with an ability to change their colours.

The axolotl, also known as Mexican salamander, is an amphibian species that keeps its gills even in adulthood.

Darwin's legendary voyage aboard HMS Beagle played a crucial role in the development of the Theory of Evolution.

Fish-like marine dinosaurs which resembled dolphins; a good example of convergent evolution.

A prehistoric flying reptile, similar to birds. However, there is no direct evolutionary link between the two.

Large carnivores, perhaps the best known of dinosaurs.

A type of herbivorous dinosaur easily recognisable by its large frill and three horns which lived in the Cretaceous period.