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Adult Tuatara are nocturnal reptiles, though they are often seen to bask in the sun to warm their bodies. Their body temperature is lower than other reptiles, resulting in a slower metabolism, possibly contributing to their long life. The name Tuatara derives from the Maori language and means ‘peaks on the back’...