![]() It has a variety of coloration, ranging from light brown, yellowish-brown to dark brown. The armadillo girdled lizard has a snout to tail length of 12–16 cm. They have a soft belly which they protect by biting their tail and exposing their scales to deter predators. ![]() This diurnal lizard has rows of hard spiny scales covering its body. The armadillo lizard received its common name from the way it looks when it curls up into its defensive position, which is similar to that of the mammalian armadillo. ![]() Ouroborus cataphractus, previous name: Cordylus cataphractus (F. ![]() This small stocky lizard received its name from its defense mechanism of biting their tail and rolling into a ball to protect is soft underbelly. The Reptarium is home to many more animal ambassadors to discover during your next visit.Common names: Armadillo lizard, golden-armadillo lizard, armadillo spiny-tailed lizard (Eng.).Įvoking an ancient Egyptian symbol, the Ouroborus cataphractus lizard is endemic to South Africa. If reptiles are not your thing, make sure to check out our variety of arachnids and amphibians. Make friends with a tortoise or turtle! We have a Giant Aldabra tortoise, Leopard tortoises, Mata Mata turtles, and a large Turtle pond. ![]() Gone crazy over gators? We have baby alligators including our Albino and Melanistic baby alligators. Meet some of the world's rarest reptiles and our Two-headed snake! Ever wanted to hold a baby or GIANT snake?! We have giant snakes like Burmese pythons, Reticulated pythons, Boa constrictors, Blood pythons, and many smaller snakes. Are you obsessed with lizards? We have huge lizards like Monitor Lizards, Monkey-tailed Skinks, Chameleons, & Geckos from all around the world. Purchase your tickets and visit the The Reptarium! The zoo houses a plethora of reptiles and other animal ambassadors in naturalistic enclosures and offers opportunities for the public to learn about these creatures hands-on. ![]()
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