Giant horned lizard
A species of Horned lizards Scientific name : Phrynosoma asio Genus : Horned lizards
Giant horned lizard, A species of Horned lizards
Scientific name: Phrynosoma asio
Genus: Horned lizards
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Description
The giant horned lizard (Phrynosoma asio) is a species of phrynosomatid lizard which is endemic to the Pacific coast of southern Mexico. It is the largest horned lizard and is also the most slender (it has a typical lizard-like appearance). Like all lizards, the giant horned lizard is cold-blooded. It is able to survive in the desert. The spines on its back and sides are made from modified scales, whereas the horns on its head are...
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Giant horned lizard's dietary habits mainly revolve around ants, which present its primary sustenance. It also supplements its diet with other small insects, particularly when ants exhibit seasonal scarcity, ensuring a sustained intake of proteins.
Appearance
Giant horned lizard is a small, flat-bodied reptile with a crown of spines around its head and sharp projections on its back. Its skin is tough and covered in scales features a dominant ochre color interspersed with flecks of dark brown or black. This animal displays an expanded abdomen and a short, tapered tail. There are no significant variations in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Giant horned lizard tends to be a solitary creature, only interacting with others during breeding seasons. Its behavior is largely dictated by the need for thermoregulation, often spotted basking in the sun to warm up. Adapted to desert environments, it uses camouflage for protection, and when threatened, it adopts an intimidating stance to deter predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
North american spiny lizards Genus
Horned lizards Species
Giant horned lizard 
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