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What types of lizards live in the desert?

Some common types of lizards that live in desert environments include the Gila monster, desert horned lizard, collared lizard, and desert iguana. These lizards have adapted to survive the harsh conditions of the desert, such as extreme heat and limited water sources.


Who are the armadillo lizards predators?

Armadillos are mammals, not lizards. Their 'armor' is only on their backs and sides. The lower parts of their bodies are covered with fur and more vulnerable to predators that are able to turn them onto their backs or sides during an attack. Their natural predators are carnivores such as wolves, coyotes, bears and wildcats, but more are killed by dogs, cars and human hunters. Alternate answer: Armadillo lizards are hunted by birds of prey, humans and other mammals and birds larger than themselves.


What are the behavioral adaptations of the armadillo?

The nostrils of the Armadillo Lizard are formed into little tubes. The tubes help the Armadillo Lizards smell for food or predators. A ground dwelling lizard, it is active in the daytime and feeds on a wide variety of insects, as well as on spiders and other invertebrates. The head of the Armadillo Lizard is narrow in shape. It is fairly slow moving animal, but when the Armadillo Lizard thinks or knows it's in danger, it runs as fast as it can go for cover. The body length is 15-17 inches, the tail is 14-16 inches long, and it weighs 8-17 lbs. Its back legs are a little shorter than the front. The head, body, and club-like tail are all flattened, enabling it to wriggle easily into rock crevices for shelter. It may also adopt a curious defensive posture when threatened by rolling itself up like an Armadillo, with its tail tightly held in its jaws, presenting a spiny ring to the predator and protecting the softer, vulnerable belly area. That's why its called the Armadillo Lizard. The armored Armadillo Lizard has protection all around its body so that predators can't harm any of its under parts. Also squeeze into small places for escape. Another protection is their spiny scales that go all the way around its body. Their tails and spines also can be used to defend themselves as well. The Armadillo Lizard can be found in the deserts of the southern tip of Africa. The Armadillo Lizard has its babies in the late summer. Only 1 or 2 babies are born during that time. The Armadillo Lizards stay in family groups, and they will all live in the same rock crevice. When the lizards give birth, the babies are live-born, but do have a thin membranous shell that they need to break through. The Armadillo Lizard is a prey animal. It is preyed upon by bigger and stronger predators, such as humans, etc. The Armadillo Lizard's armor is most usefull against many birds, mammals, and other reptiles. The Armadillo Lizard is not an endangered species although it does have a lot of enemies to protect itself from. The Cape Provincial Ordinance helps the Armadillo Lizards when their injured or sick. That way the Armadillo lizards can be less endangered.


Why does the armadillo lizard bites its own spiky tail?

Armadillo Lizards will bite on their tail and/or roll themselves into a ball when threatened. They also hide amongst rock crevices and inflate their bodies so they cant be removed. Hope that helps -FartingPenguin


How many babies can an armadillo lizard have?

Actually, I was just looking around to see how many babies Alligator lizards usually have and I ran across this page. I have several Alligator lizards and one of them has just given birth to 3 LIVE lizards... so far. They came out 1 at a time, each in their own little slimy sack and after a few minutes wiggled their way out and are now running around the cage. So... not all lizards lay eggs, contrary to popular belief. These lizards are native to western Wa, I don't know about any of the other breeds of Aligator lizards from other areas.

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Do armadillo lizards live in Utah?

No, they live in Africa.


How do Armadillo reproduce?

Actually, The armadillo gives birth to live baby armadillo lizards. They are the few kind of lizards to give birth to live born off spring. The Armadillo lizard usually will find a mate during fall or spring and do what bearded dragons do to mate. and then sure enough a baby plops out.


Do lizards live in africa?

some do like the armadillo lizardwell i hope i help you


What animlas di live in the hot deserts?

Scorpions, armadillo lizards, thorny devil lizards and camels can live in hot deserts. They have adapted to the climate there


Are armadillo lizards becoming endangerd?

Armadillos are mammals - not lizards !


What types of lizards live in the desert?

Some common types of lizards that live in desert environments include the Gila monster, desert horned lizard, collared lizard, and desert iguana. These lizards have adapted to survive the harsh conditions of the desert, such as extreme heat and limited water sources.


Do armadillo lizards roll?

yes this lizard is named after the armidillo for its ability to roll up in a ball and looks slightly like an armadillo


Do armadillo lizards make good pets?

Yes but only other, same-sized lizards like other Cordylus lizards. Smaller lizards will be eaten.


I have a project and i need to know what do armadillo lizards eat?

Anything it can find. See link.


How does a armodillo reproduce sexualy or asexualy?

Actually, The armadillo gives birth to live baby armadillo lizards. They are the few kind of lizards to give birth to live born off spring. The Armadillo lizard usually will find a mate during fall or spring and do what bearded dragons do to mate. and then sure enough a baby plops out.


Can an armadillo live in the desert?

no


Do armadillo lizards eat plants?

i really think thatlizards do eat types or plants but not just any lizards an armadilo lizard eats plants bye guys