Introduction I. Snakes are reptiles. They are cold-blooded animals with the amazing ability of raising and lowering their body temperatures to adapt to the environment. II. They are distinctively known for their long elongated body and scaly skin. III. Throughout the globe, there are over 3,000 snake species in this world. IV. They can be found almost everywhere in world. They can survive in forests. streams, oceans, and deserts V. As a matter of fact, every continent has at least one type