Welcome to Reptile Trivia - Expert Level! Test your advanced, master-level herpetology knowledge and learn about IRBExpo perks. Start Game Question 1: What is the name of the heat-sensing organ found in pit vipers, pythons, and some boas? A) Jacobson’s organ B) Loreal pit C) Tympanic membrane Next Question → Question 2: What is the term for reptiles regulating body temperature through behavior? A) Osmoregulation B) Thermoregulation C) Ecdysis Next Question → Question 3: Which species is capable of facultative parthenogenesis in captivity? A) Ball python B) Green iguana C) Reticulated python Next Question → Question 4: What is the correct term for a reptile shedding its skin? A) Molting B) Ecdysis C) Sloughing Though “sloughing” is commonly used casually, Ecdysis is the scientific term. Next Question → Question 5: What distinguishes boas from most pythons reproductively? A) Boas lay eggs B) Boas give live birth C) Boas reproduce only through parthenogenesis Next Question → Question 6: Which reptile possesses osteoderms? A) Crocodilians B) Leopard geckos C) Corn snakes Next Question → Question 7: What is the purpose of the Jacobson’s organ? A) Detecting vibration B) Processing chemical scent particles C) Balance and coordination Next Question → Question 8: Which monitor species is known for confirmed venom production? A) Savannah monitor B) Komodo dragon C) Nile monitor Next Question → Question 9: What type of scales are enlarged belly scales on snakes called? A) Scutes B) Keels C) Ventrals Next Question → Question 10: In reptiles, what does the term “brumation” refer to? A) Courtship behavior B) A hibernation-like dormant period C) Egg incubation Next Question → Question 11: Which snake family includes rear-fanged species such as hognose snakes and boomslangs? A) Elapidae B) Colubridae C) Viperidae Next Question → Question 12: What does “keeled scales” mean? A) Scales with raised ridges B) Scales fused together C) Scales that change color Next Question → Question 13: Who can get free admission to the IRBExpo? A) First Responders/Veterans with ID B) Boy/Girlscouts in Uniform C) Winners of free admission contests on our facebook D) All of the Above Don't forget to check our facebook page for the latest giveaways! See Results → Game Over! Your Final Score: 0 / 13 Play Again Back to More Games!
