Gibber earless dragon
A species of Earless dragons Scientific name : Tympanocryptis intima Genus : Earless dragons
Gibber earless dragon, A species of Earless dragons
Scientific name: Tympanocryptis intima
Genus: Earless dragons
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Description
The Gibber earless dragon (Tympanocryptis intima), also known as the smooth-snouted earless dragon, is a species of agamid lizard endemic to Australia. It is one of 15 documented species of the genus Tympanocryptis, a group of small terrestrial lizards that feed off invertebrates and are characterised by the absence of an external ear structure....
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Gibber earless dragon is an insectivorous species primarily feeding on arthropods. It demonstrates a penchant for ants, beetles, and small spiders, utilizing its agile tongue to capture these typically evasive creatures.
Appearance
Gibber earless dragon is a small terrestrial creature with a thin, elongated body covered with rough, scale-like skin. It displays shades of grey and tan, blending in with its desert surroundings. Its distinctive feature is a lateral line of dark-colored blotches running along each side of its body. The lizard has a pointed snout, large eyes, and a thin, tapering tail.
Behavior
Gibber earless dragon exhibits mostly solitary behavior, specializing in camouflage to avoid predation in its arid environment. This small lizard species has unique foraging habits, waiting for prey to approach rather than actively hunting. Its distinctive aggression during mating season includes tail curling until post-copulation. No significant migratory patterns are observed.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Dragons Genus
Earless dragons Species
Gibber earless dragon 
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