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Nervous system in reptiles:
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Reptiles have larger eyes which helps them see brighter when getting their prey.
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All reptiles, except for snakes can hear. Snakes have a tympanic membrane, also known as inner ear.
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Snakes have a organ called the Jacobson's organ, this organ is located on the roof of the snakes mouth and it uses its tongue to bring in scents.
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Reptiles have pits underneath their eyes, they see heat signatures which helps when detecting their prey.
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Reptiles have the same size brain as amphibians but reptiles have a larger cerebrum and optic lobe.
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