The chuckwalla is the second largest southwest desert lizard. The chuckwalla is a rock dwelling reptile that uses rocks as shelter and a place to bask in the sun.
Fast Facts
- To help rid the body of excess salt, they "sneeze" salt from their bodies.
- This lizard is able to change colors somewhat according to changes in light, temperature, etc.
- They mainly browse on a wide variety of leaves, flowers, buds, and fruit, but consume insects sometimes.
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Scientific name |
Sauromalus ater |
| Range | Southwestern North America and Central America |
| Conservation status | Least Concern |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Zoo location | Herpetarium |
