Moroccan Uromastyx
(Uromastyx Acanthinura Nigriventris)
Fun Facts
Moroccan Uromastyx
Animal Class
Reptile
Habitat
Shrubland, Rocky areas, Desert
Appearance
Spiked tails, which they use to attack potential predators
Distribution
Africa and Middle East
Diet
Herbivorous
Lifespan
15 years
Size
30cm
Did you know?
Moroccan Uromastyx are sometimes called spiny tailed or dab lizards.
See our Moroccan Uromastyx!
Find our Moroccan Uromastyx in the Reptile House.
The Moroccan Uromastyx Population
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
Generally Decreasing
Threats
The Pet and Medicinal Trade, and Domestic use for Food
Population
Approximately Hundreds of Thousands to Over a Million
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