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The sand is generally cooler usually, (unless it's been under a scorching sun) except the top covering. Lizard dig under the top layer and go to the cooler parts of the sand. Some times if it rained recently, there might still be moisture left.
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∙ 11y agoIt is so that there is a lesser contact area between the burning sand and the lizard and can switch to its other two legs to walk frequently and hence gives it the advantage of not burning itself when walking on the burning hot sand.
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What species of lizard that is sold as pets is commonly called sand swimmers?
There are many species that can swim in sand, such as the Mojave fringe-toed lizard or the Argentine sand dune lizard. The one that is mostly sold in stores is the sandfish skink, which lives in northern Africa and the Middle East.
What are sand fish Lizard's predators?
None, the sand fish owns all! :Dand yes I know what they are
What are the five British reptiles?
European Adder, Smooth snake, Grass snake, Common lizard, Sand lizard, slow worm
How does the sidewinder adapt to the desert climate?
The sidewinder is a kind of snake for starters. It lives in deserts, and such needs certain features to survive. As its name would suggest it uses a sideways motion to move quickly on effectively over the loose sand without sinking or upsetting much sand. As it is reptillian in nature, it sunbathes to keep its temperature high during the day, and during th cold night has adapted to bury itself underneath the sand to maintain its body heat. that doesnt really tell much
What are the adaptations of a desert snake?
they bury in the sand to keep cool and there camouflage keeps them unseen
Where do clams go during the winter months?
They bury themselves in the sand ...
What desert animal shakes until its buried in sand?
A Horn lizard becuase when it is buried under sand it will shake it body so it could get out of the sand
Is a sand lizard an omnivor hee or carnivore?
A sand lizard is a carnivore, catching and eating insects.
How do you make a lizard alxemy?
salamander + sand = lizard :)
Is a sand lizard a reptile?
no
Do crocodiles bury in the sand?
no fartheads
Why do flamigos stick their heads in the sand?
Flamingos do not actually bury their head in the sand. It is a myth. Some also say that ostrich bury their heads in the sand, but this is also a myth.
What color is a lizard fish?
the lizard fish is tan / sand colored
How do you put out an magnesium fire?
you throw dry sand on it
Do lizards bury their eggs in the sand?
yes they do
Can you give a sentence bury ones head in the sand?
You should stand up and take notice, don't bury your head in the sand like an ostrich.
Which large birds that don't fly but when frightened are supposed to bury our heads in sand?
Ostriches and Emus supposedly bury their heads in the sand when frightened, but it is not actually true.
