What are the defenses of the chuckwalla?

Answer 1

Chuckwallas have several special adaptations. The loose folds of skin on their neck and sides allow them to climb into small crevices, gulp air to fill their lungs to full capacity and puff up their bodies to nearly twice normal width, so that a predator cannot get them out. Chuckwallas can also change their color somewhat to better absorb light and heat and to regulate their temperature. Additionally, like many lizards, they are capable of autotomy, so they can break off and re-grow a tail, if necessary, to evade predators. They will regrow teeth to replace them.

Answer 2

The chuckwalla defends itself by inflating its body to wedge into rock crevices, making it difficult for predators to extract. In addition, its tough, spiny scales act as armor against attacks from predators. If threatened, a chuckwalla may also use its tail to strike at predators and deter them.

Answer 3

A robust desert lizard found in southwest USA and northern Mexico.

Answer 4

the chuckwalla will inflate its air sac once it scurries into a rock, making it nearly impossible to get it out.