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The thorny devil ( Moloch horridus ), also known commonly as the mountain devil, thorny lizard, thorny dragon, and moloch, is a species of lizard in the family Agamidae. The species is endemic to Australia. It is the sole species in the genus Moloch.
The Thorny devil (Moloch horridus) is a species of lizard native to Australia. It is the sole species in the genus Moloch . The names given to this lizard reflect its appearance: the two large horned scales on its head complete the illusion of a dragon or devil.
The Thorny Devil is a small Australian lizard that has many different names, including the thorny devil, the mountain devil, thorny lizard, moloch and thorny dragon. The thorny devil typically inhabits the arid scrub land and desert that covers the majority of central Australia.
29 Nov 2017 · The thorny devil is a small, desert-dwelling lizard found only in Australia. Covering the body of this distinctive reptile are several rows of sharp, thorn-like spines. Two larger spines – one on either side of the head – resemble horns, giving the species a ‘dragon-like’ appearance. On the back of the thorny devil’s neck is a ' false head '.
Thorny devils have numerous thorny spines along their bodies, including a prominent spiny "false head" on the top of their skull. When threatened by a predator they tuck their head between their forelegs and present the "false head," making it difficult for anything to swallow them.
Thorny Devils (also known as mountain devils, thorny lizards, or molochs) are day-active, ant-eating reptiles that grow 20cm long and can live 20 years. Their bodies can change colour and absorb water! They're covered in thorny spines and sport a 'pretend' head on the back of their necks.
13 Nov 2008 · This delightful little creature is the thorny devil or moloch, names which sit uneasily with its placid nature. The spines that decorate its body are impressive and provide the lizard with a ...
31 Jul 2014 · The thorny devil (Moloch horridus) looks like something straight out of an old Japanese monster film. Thankfully, the lizard only averages eight inches (20 centimeters) long and spends most of...
Thorny devils live in sand, spinifex grasslands and scrub and they feed exclusively on ants. They are common throughout the Shark Bay World Heritage Area, especially in the red sands on Peron Peninsula.
One of the most striking Australian lizards, the thorny devil is a small dragon covered in densely packed spikes. The thorny devil walks with an unusual rocking motion that is thought to confuse birds of prey.
