Moroccan Uromastyx
(Uromastyx acanthinura nigriventris)
FUN FACTS
Animal Class: Reptile.
Distribution: Africa and Middle East.
Habitat: Shrubland, Rocky areas, Desert.
Diet: Herbivorous.
Appearance: Spiked tails, which they use to attack potential predators.
Size: 30cm.
Lifespan: 15 years.
CONSERVATION STATUS
Least Concern
Population Trend
Decreasing
Threats
N/A
Population
Unknown
Did you know?
Moroccan Uromastyx are sometimes called spiny tailed or dab lizards.
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