Heloderma suspectum cinctum
A species of Beaded lizards Scientific name : Heloderma suspectum cinctum Genus : Beaded lizards
Heloderma suspectum cinctum, A species of Beaded lizards
Scientific name: Heloderma suspectum cinctum
Genus: Beaded lizards
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Description
Heloderma suspectum cinctum exhibits a unique foraging behavior, utilizing its forked tongue to track prey by taste and scent. Ecologically, its venom, a potential resource for pharmaceutical development, aids the reptile in its important role as a pest controller, preying on rodents and other small animals in desert landscapes.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Heloderma suspectum cinctum primarily feeds on eggs and small vertebrates, exhibiting a preference for nest raiding. This species' diet extends to consume insects, worms, and carrion, when available.
Appearance
Heloderma suspectum cinctum is a stocky, medium-sized reptile with rough, bead-like skin. Sporting vivid black and yellowish or orange bands, its patterns vary with each individual. Its tail, thickened with fat, is often used for stored energy, further marked by prominent bands. This species does not display significant variations in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Heloderma suspectum cinctum is a solitary, largely nocturnal species, known for its slow, deliberate movement and unique defense mechanism. It uses its forked tongue to sense its environment, often burrowing during extreme thermal conditions. Confronted with threats, it engages in mannequin-like passivity or exudes venomous saliva as protection.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Beaded lizards Genus
Beaded lizards Species
Heloderma suspectum cinctum 
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