Facts about the Frilled scientific name is Chlamydosaurus kingii.
By
Ngisor Kamal
• 9 hours ago
12
views
Distinctive Features: This animal has a large tuft or flap of skin on its neck that it can expand like an umbrella when threatened. This tuft serves to scare off predators or attract mates.
Habitat: The umbrella lizard is commonly found in tropical regions, particularly in the forest trees of northern Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Self-Defense: In addition to expanding its tuft, this lizard can also run on its two hind legs and flick its tail as a form of defense.
Protection Status: Although categorized as a Least Concern species by the IUCN, this animal is a protected species in Indonesia.