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Posted on May 27, 2010 - by admin

Peninsula Dragon

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This entry is part 2 of 38 in the series Australian Lizards

Ctenophorus fionni or the Peninsula Dragon

Found on South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula and some offshore islands, these small, sun-loving dragons feed on virtually any insects they can catch, including ants. Females are usually smaller than males, and will lay two to four eggs
per clutch. Eggs are laid from spring to early summer. The Peninsula dragon can be found in and around rocky outcrops where it hide in the crevices formed between rocks. (more…)

Posted on May 25, 2010 - by admin

Frill-necked Dragon

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This entry is part 1 of 38 in the series Australian Lizards

Chlamydosaurus kingii or the Frill-necked Dragon

The frill-necked dragon is often confused with the bearded dragon. It is an unfortunate fact of life that this iconic Australian animal is struggling for appropriate habitat in which to live in south east Queensland. At one time these animals were found in many suburbs around Brisbane. Urban development, loss of trees, pesticides, and domestic animals have confined these lizards to living within small pockets of suitable habitat. (more…)