Agama Lizard
Taxonomy
- kingdom: Animalia
- phylum: Chordata
- class: Reptilia
- order: Squamata
- family: Agamidae
- genus: Agama
Characteristics
- prey: Insects, reptiles, small mammals.
- name of young: Hatchlings
- group behavior: Group
- estimated population size: Unknown
- biggest threat: Habitat loss
- most distinctive feature: The bright blue or red colors of the dominant male.
- other name(s): Dragon lizards
- gestation period: 8-10 weeks
- litter size: 5-7 eggs
- habitat: Forests, deserts, plains, and urban areas
- predators: Snakes, birds, and small mammals
- diet: Omnivore
- favorite food: Insects, reptiles, small mammals, flowers, grasses, and fruits
- type: Lizards
- common name: Agama
- location: Sub-Saharan Africa
- color: BrownBlueBlackWhiteGreen
- skin type: Scales
- lifespan: Up to 25 years
- weight: About 1kg (2lbs)
- length: 12-30cm (5-12in)
- age of sexual maturity: 1-2 years
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