
Desert LizardThe Uromastyx is a genus of lizard whose members are better-known as Spiny-tailed lizards, uromastyxs, mastigures, or dabb lizards. Uromastyx are primarily herbivorous, but occasionally eat insects, especially when young. They spend most of their waking hours basking in the sun, hiding in underground chambers at daytime or when danger appears.
Their size ranges from 25 cm (10 in) to 91 cm (36 in) or more. Hatchlings or neonates are usually no more than 7–10 cm (3–4...