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Oaxacan Knob-Scaled Lizard

Amphibians & Reptiles·Reptile

The Oaxacan knob-tailed lizard gets its name from the bumpy "knob-like" scales on its upper body. They have a flat head and body that helps them squeeze into narrow crevices. Active during the day, they are ambush predators.

  • Conservation StatusVulnerable
  • Life spanmore than 7 years
  • Body sizeabout 10 in.
  • Native habitat Rainforests of Mexico and Guatemala
  • DietInsects
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