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Reptiles
Thorny Dragon
Moloch horridus
- Diet
- Insectivore
- Lifespan
- 12-20 years
- Weight
- 0.05-0.09 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Thorny Dragon (Moloch horridus) is a insectivore species found in Australian deserts. It typically lives 12-20 years, weighing around 0.05-0.09 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the thorny dragon: Thorny dragons drink through their skin using tiny channels between their scales.
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.