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Reptiles
Horned Lizard
Phrynosoma cornutum
- Diet
- Insectivore
- Lifespan
- 5-8 years
- Weight
- 0.025-0.09 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Horned Lizard (Phrynosoma cornutum) is a insectivore species found in North American deserts. It typically lives 5-8 years, weighing around 0.025-0.09 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the horned lizard: Horned lizards can squirt blood from their eyes to scare off predators.
Reptiles are cold-blooded vertebrates covered in scales, ranging from tiny geckos to massive crocodiles. Most reptiles lay eggs and rely on their environment to regulate body temperature.