Basilisks live near rivers and streams in the Central and South American rainforests. They feast on insects, flowers, snakes, fish, birds and eggs. They earned the nickname “the Jesus Lizard” for their ability to run across the surface of water. Average lifespan is 7 years.
View Post amphibians, basilisk lizard, lizard, lizards, wild animal drive thru parkBearded Dragon Lizards are one of the 7 species belonging to the Pogonagenus family of lizards. They are native to Australia, and they can be found in its rocky and arid regions. Bearded Dragon Lizards are omnivorous, consuming both insects and plants. Their average life span is 10-20 years.
View Post amphibians, Bearded dragon lizard, lizard, lizards, wild animal drive thru animal parkThe Tupinambis, more commonly referred to as the Tegu Lizard, is native to South America. There are many types of Tegu Lizards, such as Blue, Black & White, Gold, Red and Albino Blue. Their omnivorous diet includes both plants and animals, including eggs. They hibernate about 5 months a year, and they can grow to [...]
View Post amphibians, animals, lizards, Tegu Lizard, zoo parkThe Blue Tongue Skink Lizards is the largest member of the Scincidae(skink) family. These lizards bare their blue tongue to scare away any potential enemies. They eat a wide variety of insects, fruits, flowers and berries. They are native to Australia, and they dwell near the ground. They can grow to 20 inches in length, [...]
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