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What is Gonocephalus grandis?

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Gonocephalus grandis   is a species of agamid lizard. Gonocephalus grandis is the largest and most aggressive of the crested lizards, so only one pair can be kept alone. What does a Gonocephalus grandis look like? The total length of Gonocephalus grandis is 25-55 cm. The male head has crest protrusions, and there are large spinous scales juxtaposed around it. In addition, there is a very well-developed backsail in the center of the back, and the scales on the throat and abdomen are very smooth. The body color is dark green, and the tail has a narrow black band-like stripe. Gonocephalus grandis Habitats Inhabit forests near water, arboreal. Diurnal. Feeds on insects. Distribution range of Gonocephalus grandis It is mainly distributed in Asia and Southeast Asia, and there are many waterfront rainforests in Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Myanmar.

What is Brachylophus fasciatus?

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Brachylophus fasciatus   is a diurnal arboreal lizard. Its habits are very similar to   green iguana , but it tends to eat fruits as the main food and various insects as supplementary food. They don’t drink still water, and mainly quench their thirst with the dew on the leaves , so maintaining a high humidity environment is very important for them. What does a Brachylophus fasciatus look like? The head and tail are 80 cm long, and the tail is very long, accounting for two-thirds of the body and weighing about 200 grams. Brachylophus fasciatus from Tonga is slightly smaller. The male Brachylophus fasciatus is emerald green with 2-3 white or blue stripes; the female is green with occasional white or light blue spots. Habitats Coastal and lowland rainforest Life habits Brachylophus fasciatus lives in tropical primeval forests and is very good at climbing, jumping and swimming. It has territorial awareness, is active during the day, and climbs up the treetops or hides in holes to ...