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Mural Species #16

by Emma N. Olsen last modified Jan 14, 2009 08:50 PM

mural species #16

Need some help?  Here are a few clues:

  • One of only two venomous lizards in the world, this lizard feeds on the eggs of ground-nesting birds, on young rodents, and upon carrion.
  • Its venom glands are located in its lower jaws.

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It's a Gila Monster (Heloderma suspectum)!

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