5 Incredible Frilled Lizard Facts!

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It’s sometimes called the bicycle lizard because of the way its hind legs move when it’s running

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Some people keep them as exotic pets that require special care.

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The female lays eggs as deep as 8 inches.

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Dragons with frills are not poisonous.

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The frilled-neck lizard's scientific name is Chlamydosaurus kingii.

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A frilled lizard typically measures 3 feet in length and has grayish-brown scales.

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The lizard's brown-gray scales aid in its concealment in the trees.

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