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Why are reptiles so ugly?
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There is no single definitive answer to this question, however, there are several potential explanations. It has been suggested that reptiles are more prone to disease and injury, leading to a greater likelihood that they will evolve deformities or unusual markings that might provide protection from predators or improve their chances of survival. Additionally, it could be that their habit of lying in wait and ambushing prey leaves less time for grooming, and so they may be less able to rid themselves of parasites, or that they evolve different strategies in order to survive in an environment where camouflage is more valuable than a pretty appearance. Finally, it has been suggested that their slower metabolism and lack of need for external warmth may have allowed the development of unusual skin structures which, although unsightly to us, might have offered benefits to reptiles.