Armadillo lizards have a variety of coloring, which varies from light to dark brown with a yellow underbelly with a black pattern. Their backside is completely covered in spikey armor, so when they feel threatened, they curl up and bite their tails to protect the soft belly. They can stay in a curled position for up to an hour. This defense mechanism keeps them safe from predators like snakes, big birds, and mongoose. It also allows them to spend most of their time sunbathing in the warmth of the sun.
These species live on a carnivorous diet, and insects are one of their
foods. They tend to live in large family groups and hide under rock crevices in
South Africa’s desert to shield themselves against the harsh environment and
predators.
They can live up to a little over a decade and are one of the few
reptile species that do not reproduce by laying eggs. These dragon-like
creatures are usually three to four inches long, but some may grow as long as
eight.
The eye-catching looks of the armadillo lizard attracts a lot of
poachers. They are somewhat easy to catch, so the creature faces a threat to
its population. So please share this post with your friends to raise awareness
of protecting animals.
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