Plated Lizard
Plated lizards are a type of omnivorous lizards found in Africa. They are diurnal and docile. The species has become very popular as pets.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Squamata |
| Suborder | Lacertilia |
| Family | Gerrhosauridae |
| Genus | Gerrhosaurus |
| Scientific Name | Gerrhosaurus major |
| Other Names | Western Plated Lizard, Great Plated Lizard, Rough-scaled Plated Lizard |
| Length | 45–70 cm |
| Color | Base color is various shades of brown with creamy white bellies and throats |
| Distribution | Eastern and Southeastern Africa |
| Habitat | Rocky desert, semi-arid steppes, savannas |
| Diet | Vegetable matter, insects, sometimes feed on small vertebrates such as other lizards, rodents |
| Hibernation Fact | Hibernates during winter months |
| Predators | Large snakes, monitor lizards, desert birds of prey |
| Breeding Season | At the end of the cold season |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Clutch Size | 2 to 6 eggs |
| Incubation Period | 3 to 4 months |
| Average Lifespan | 10 to 15 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Not Evaluated |
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- Rough-scaled Plated Lizard
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