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Handout
Other

Wagler's Pit Viper

For Students 9th - 10th
Wagler's Pit viper is identified by the Fort Worth Zoo. Several photos accompany a physical description, general information, and special adaptations.
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: The Wild West: Nasty Critters

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Research the taxonomy, physiology and relatives of scorpions and create a mobile. Explore the stereoscopic senses of pit vipers, and experience how perception can be augmented by causing fluorescent paint to glow with UV light.
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Handout
Saint Louis Zoo

Saint Louis Zoo: Mt. Mang Pitviper

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the appearance, behavior, habitat, and conservation status of the Mt.Mang pitviper.
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Handout
Other

Arizona Sonora Desert Museum : Animal Fact Sheet: Western Diamondback Rattlesnake

For Students 9th - 10th
This fact sheet on Western diamondback rattlesnakes provides details on physical characteristics, range, habitat, conservation, diet, reproduction, and other extra-fun facts. Be sure to listen to Western diamondback sounds.