Blanford's short-nosed desert lizard
A species of Mesalina Scientific name : Mesalina brevirostris Genus : Mesalina
Blanford's short-nosed desert lizard, A species of Mesalina
Scientific name: Mesalina brevirostris
Genus: Mesalina
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Description
Mesalina brevirostris, also known as Blanford's short-nosed desert lizard, is a species of sand-dwelling lizard in the family Lacertidae. It occurs in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iran, and United Arab Emirates.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Blanford's short-nosed desert lizard predominantly consumes invertebrates, with a preference for small arthropods. This lizard executes meticulous hunting tactics to feed on ants, beetles, and occasionally spiders, fulfilling its protein needs.
Appearance
Blanford's short-nosed desert lizard is a small, slender lizard with smooth, shiny scales. Typically, its main body color is sandy brown, often adorned with dark, irregular outlines. Notable features include an elongated, pointed snout, and on males, a broader head. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age or subspecies.
Behavior
Blanford's short-nosed desert lizard is a nocturnal, solitary lizard, active primarily during cooler hours. It exhibits a sit-and-wait foraging strategy. Notably, it uses burrows for territorial marking, shelter, and reproduction. Its unique locomotion, involving lateral undulations in its body, provides critical survival adaptation in its desert habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
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