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Get ready to celebrate National Reptile Awareness Day on October 21! This day was created to honor the incredible diversity and beauty of reptiles, including snakes, lizards, turtles and more. Reptiles have been around for hundreds of millions of years and are some of the most fascinating creatures in nature. They come in all shapes and sizes with amazing adaptations that help them survive in any environment.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1865</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Reptile Zoo</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first public zoo dedicated to reptiles, The Reptile House at London Zoo, was opened, marking the beginning of public interest in these fascinating creatures.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1902</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Komodo Dragon Discovery</div><div class='timeline-text'>The largest living species of lizard, the Komodo dragon, was discovered in Indonesia by Western scientists, sparking an intense interest in reptiles worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1969</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Endangered Species Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>Enacted in the US, this Act provided federal protection for many endangered reptile species across the country.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Exotic Pet Trade</div><div class='timeline-text'>The trade in exotic reptiles as pets boomed, leading to measures to protect them against harmful collection and treatment practices.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Reptile Awareness Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first National Reptile Awareness Day was celebrated to educate the public about the importance of reptiles and conservation efforts to protect them.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a Reptile Zoo</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you have a reptile zoo in your area, take the time to visit and learn all about these amazing creatures. You will be able to view different reptiles as well as ask questions about their care and habitat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a Reptile Walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Go on a nature walk and look for reptiles in your local area. Relevant wildlife organizations may even hold public reptile walks to help educate the public on how to identify different types of reptiles.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate Yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend some time researching reptiles online or at your local library. You can learn about their habits, habitats, diet and more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support Reptile Conservation</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Reptiles play an important role in our ecosystems and need our help to survive and thrive. Consider supporting conservation efforts by making donations or volunteering with a local organization.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Adopt a Reptile</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you’re looking for a pet, consider adopting a reptile! Adopting an animal not only saves that animal’s life, but it also helps reduce the demand on breeders who are often times not providing proper care.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Reptiles are fascinating creatures</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Reptiles have been around for millions of years and there is still so much to learn about them. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors, many with unique adaptations that make them well suited for their environment. From turtles to lizards, snakes to alligators, it's impossible not to be fascinated by these amazing cold-blooded creatures!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Reptiles need our help</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Many reptile species are threatened due to habitat loss, climate change, overcollection, and other environmental threats. By celebrating National Reptile Awareness Day we can help spread awareness about the important role reptiles play in our ecosystems and work to ensure their future survival.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Reptiles can provide companionship</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>For many people, reptiles can make great pets due to their docile temperament and relatively low maintenance. Not only do they require less attention and care than other animals, but they also provide companionship and entertainment with their curious behavior and wide array of personalities!</p></div></div>
National Reptile Awareness Day is celebrated on October 21 every year. In 2024 National Reptile Awareness Day will occur on a Monday.
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