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Phrynosoma cornutum
They are various shades of brown all over with spiky projections. There are horns at the back of the head.
They are found in Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. They are found in rocky and prairie habitats.
Spotted on Mar 15, 2013
Submitted on Mar 25, 2013
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Fun fact! The horned lizard has a unique way of defending itself - it targets would be predators with a stream of its own blood! When attacked, it pressures its sinus cavities until the blood vessels in its eyes rupture, and it sprays its attacker with blood from its eyes and mouth. This not only confuses would-be predators, but also the blood is mixed with a foul-tasting chemical as a secondary defense. It also puffs up its body to cause its spiny scales to protrude, making it difficult to swallow.
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Also very cool.. with spiky hair :-)
Beautiful series!
Thanks Gerardo and Small :)
Wonderful series :)
Beautiful Ashley!