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Saharan Uromastyx
About Saharan Uromastyx
Saharan Uromastyx is a type of lizard that originated in northern Africa. This reptile usually mates in April. After one month, the lizard will produce about 23 eggs. On the other hand, Saharan Uromastyx is an aggressive animal that vigorously defends its territory. This lizard tends to bite the body of its opponent.
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Common Name
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Saharan spiny-tailed lizard, Sahara mastigure, Geyr's dabb lizard, Yellow Niger Uromastyx, Saharan yellow uromastyx
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Conservation Status
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Extinct (EX)
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Uromastyx geyri
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Species
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Uromastyx geyri
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Genus
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Uromastyx
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Family
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Agamidae
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SubOrder
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Iguania
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Order
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Squamata
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Class
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Reptilia
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Phylum
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Chordata
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Characteristics
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Get to know the traits and characteristics of the Saharan Uromastyx |
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Color
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Orange
Yellow
Red
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Pattern
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Spotted
Striped
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Characteristics
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Spiny Scales
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Min Height
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11 Inches or 1 meters |
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Max Height
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14 Inches or 1 meters |
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Min Weight
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0.8 lbs |
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Max Weight
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1 lbs |
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Specific Information
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Detailed information that may be more specific than physically visible characteristics. |
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Spinal Column
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Vertebrata |
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Vision Systems
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Monocular Vision
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Animal Care
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This term covers all aspects of animal care. |
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Maintenance
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medium |
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Tank Size
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30 gallons |
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Day Time Temperature
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80°F to 90°F |
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Substrate
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Sand
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Temperament, Personality, and Feeding Habits
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Learn more about the characteristics of the Saharan Uromastyx including personality, temperament, and feeding behaviors. |
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Intelligence
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Medium |
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Feeding habits
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Herbivores
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Temperament
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Energetic
Calm
Trainable
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Modes of Locomotion
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Swimming
Climbing
Burrowing
Crawling
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Energy Level
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Moderate Energy |
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Life Cycle and Reproduction
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Each type of animal has a different life cycle, here are details about the Saharan Uromastyx. |
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Lifespan
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20 Years |
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Reproductive System
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Oviparous
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Animal Habitat, Ecosystem, Native Area
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Things to know about the natural environment of animals where they live and survive, and the distribution of populations across different regions. |
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Habitat
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Terrestrial |
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Ecosystem
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Grasslands
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Country
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Africa
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Specific Location
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Its a native to northern Africa. |
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