Do reptiles sleep?
Reptiles do sleep,in fact lizards sleep through the winter, but most scientific studies fail to demonstrate REM sleep in reptiles.
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About Reptiles
Reptiles are animals in the class Reptilia. Reptiles breath air, lay eggs, have skin covered in scales, have four legs and are cold blooded. Reptiles are further broken down into four different orders: crocodilia (crocodiles, gavials, caimans, and alligators,) sphenodontia (tuataras from New Zealand,) squamata (lizards, snakes, and worm lizards,) and testudines (turtles and tortoises.)
About Sleep
Sleep is necessary for mammals and many other animals, in order to rejuvenate their bodies. During sleep consciousness is lost or reduced and we are less responsive to external activities. Most people need at least 8 hours of sleep per day in order to function at their highest level. Not getting enough sleep can increase the risks of cancer, heart disease, obesity and diabetes.
About REM
R.E.M. is an American alternative rock band from Athens, GA. They are one of the first ''alternative'' bands to break into the mainstream. Some of their biggest songs include ''Losing My Religion'' and ''The One I Love.''
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