4-H Reptile Project
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4-H Reptile Project

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https://doi.org/10.3733/ucanr.8620
Abstract

Through this project you can explore what kind of reptile fits into your families lifestyle an dhow to be an excellent caretaker of your lizards, snakes, turtles, or tortoises.

  • •Identify different species and their characteristics
  • •Learn about the selection, care, and needs of reptiles and the basic principles of their behavior
  • •Demonstrate care and management in feeding, handling, grooming, and fitting and showing
  • •Explore health regulations, first aid, and simple treatments
  • •Learn and practice the responsibilities that come with owning an animal
This sheet outlines activity ideas at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill; also gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals.


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