Why desert lizards are facing their own 'cost-of-living' crisis It's a well-known fact that lizards like to bask in the sun to regulate their body temperature. Desert lizards are facing a ...
A lizard's 'cost-of-living' is closely related to its body temperature, which determines both how much food it requires and whether it can go outside to feed. Desert lizards face unique challenges ...
Mojave fringe-toed lizards have numerous traits tailored to their sand-dwelling lifestyle. Foremost are the lizards' scaly hind toes, which resemble snowshoes and keep them from sinking as they sprint ...
Mojave fringe-toed lizards have numerous traits tailored to their sand-dwelling lifestyle. Foremost are the lizards' scaly hind toes, which resemble snowshoes and keep them from sinking as they sprint ...
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