Reptiles

1. AMERICAN ALLIGATOR [Z-91]

“Two species of alligators are known, one in America and one in China. The American species is found as far north as southern Florida and is distinguished from the crocodile by his broad, rounded snout. It rarely exceeds thirteen feet in length. Reproduction in cellulose-acetate by Leon L. Walters from a specimen provided by Harry Thurston. Located in Albert W. Harris Hall (18).”

2. BOA CONSTRICTOR [Z-125]

“This large, nonpoisonous snake lives in tropical America from southern Mexico to Paraguay. It is never more than 14 feet long. It kills its prey of birds and small mammals by squeezing but defend itself by striking with its head. Located in Albert W. Harris Hall (18).”

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