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Guess what it is time for another freaky creature, this week it
is the Texas Horned Lizard.
It has a crown of thorns is also known as the Horny Toad because
of its rounded body. This body can be puffed up when threatened. It has another
form of defence; it can shoot a stream of blood from the corner of its eyes and
occasionally its mouth. This liquid can go as far as 1.5 metres or 15 times the
length of its body, it is a cocktail of blood and chemical that’s foul tasting
to predators such as wolves and coyotes.
Its horns are bony extensions of its skull and are part of its
armoury, along with its spiked scales.
It is one of about 21 North American species of spikey-bodied
reptiles called horned lizards. It is mostly found in the south-central regions
of the USA and northeastern Mexico.
Because it is listed as a threatened species, it is illegal to
pick up, touch or possess them in Texas.
They are considered harmless to humans and pets as they are
known for their docile and unaggressive nature.
I like lizards!
ReplyDeleteSo does Tim, I like them from a distance
DeleteOnce again, Jo-Anne, I feel enriched by the information you regularly share here with us. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteThat makes me happy
DeleteI would have never guessed they'd make a good pet. Wonder if Yosemite Sam had one...
ReplyDeleteYeah I reckon he would
DeleteFreaky looking is correct!
ReplyDeleteThat's for sure
DeleteI have always been intrigued by the horny toad since a child watching old westerns. I have never seen one in person, but think they are cool.
ReplyDeleteThey are intetresting
DeleteI like him. I think lizards are very interesting.
ReplyDeleteYes Tim feels the same way about them
DeleteI agree
ReplyDeleteI had one of these in my lizard and amphibian collection of pets when I was a teenager. I never knew they could squirt stuff out of their eyes! Thank goodness mine never did. Mine was a little sweetie. :)
ReplyDeleteHow cool you had one as a pet and how good it was a little sweetie
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