Threats
Giant horned lizards are popular in pet trade. This species may be threatened if there is no regulation on the trade.
Scientific Name
Phrynosoma asio
Other Common Name(s)
Long Spined Horned Lizard
Body Length
Up to 20 cm
Habitat
Savannas and forests
Diet
Ants, termites and other insects
Fun Facts
With their armour of horns and spines and colouration that matches sand and rocks, giant horned lizards blend in well with their natural environment.
When threatened by predators, giant horned lizards may squirt a stream of blood out of their eye sockets. This sudden attack with foul tasting blood can repel the predators.
Distribution
Southern part of Mexico and western part of Guatemala
Threats & Conservation
Threats & Conservation
Giant horned lizards are popular in pet trade. This species may be threatened if there is no regulation on the trade.
IUCN Red List
Least Concern
CITES
Appendix II
Conservation Regulations
Protected under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586) in Hong Kong
