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Snakes

Snakes are reptiles. They are part of the Squamata group. But they make their own sub group called the Serpentes.

The scaly creatures have hard skin. They are not slimy. The scales a snake are like bumps on their skin.

Most snakes live on the ground. They live in deserted rabbit holes,in old logs,up in trees and in long grass. But some snakes live in the water.

There are many different types of snakes. Some are the Anaconda,the Cobra,the Flying Snake and the Boa constrictor.

Different snakes eat different things. Most snakes eat mice,frogs,lizards and other snakes. But the Anaconda sometimes eats small crocodiles and wild boars.

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