Large-scaled rock agama
A species of Laudakia, Also known as Large-scaled agama Scientific name : Laudakia nupta Genus : Laudakia
Large-scaled rock agama, A species of Laudakia
Also known as:
Large-scaled agama
Scientific name: Laudakia nupta
Genus: Laudakia
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Description General Info
Description
Large-scaled rock agama is renowned for its adept climbing skills, a trait leveraged in navigating rocky terrains of Pakistan and India, its primary habitats. Its ecology is primarily insectivorous but demonstrates versatility in diet when necessary, consuming plant matter opportunistically. Large-scaled rock agama embodies unique thermoregulatory behavior, actively basking in the sun to maintain its body temperature, an essential adaptation for its often-cool mountainous habitat.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Large-scaled rock agama primarily consumes a herbivorous diet, with an emphasis on various types of vegetation. It frequently feeds on leaves, flowers, and fruits, along with occasional insects for added protein.
Appearance
Large-scaled rock agama is a medium-sized lizard, with a distinctive spiny tail and a roughly textured skin. It exhibits a brilliant mix of colors, primarily yellow, green, or brown, with distinct black patches spread across its body, creating a bold contrasting pattern. Males possess larger bodies, more pronounced head bumps, and brightly colored throat patches, distinguishing them from the females. Its strong limbs and sharp claws aid their robust climbing abilities.
Behavior
Large-scaled rock agama exhibits a basking behavior, spending considerable time under the sun on rocks or branches for thermoregulation. Renowned for its solitary nature, it tolerates close contact only during mating season. Equally terrestrial and arboreal, it defends its territory aggressively, using its frilled neck for intimidation. Its survival adaptation includes changes in scale coloration to blend with surroundings.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Dragons Genus
Laudakia Species
Large-scaled rock agama 
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