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Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

2010-02-19T16:31:07Z

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[[Image:Green_iguana.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Green iguana (Iguana iguana)]]
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[[Image:Skink.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Skink (Corucia zebrata)]]
[[Image:Monitor_lizard1.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Monitor lizard (Varanus spp)]]
[[Image:Green_anole.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Green anole (Anolis carolinensis)]]
[[Image:Bearded_dragon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)]]
[[Image:Chameleon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Chameleon (Chamaeleo spp)]]

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Introduction==

Lizards can be found on all continents, except Antarctica, and on most tropical and subtropical oceanic islands. This widespread distribution suggests broad ecological, physiological, and behavioural adaptations to extreme climates, habitats and regions. Their highest species diversity appears to be in semiarid habitats.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle.

Lizards are a very large and widespread group of the reptilian order Squamata. The nearly 7200 species of lizards are the most diverse and speciose living clade of reptiles; of course this total includes the worm lizards and snakes (which are actually reduced-limbed or limbless lizards). However, because snakes are a monophyletic group arising from within a group of lizards, the taxon Serpentes and its definition delimit a monophyletic group. Herein, the term lizard represents our shared perception and excludes Serpentes and Amphisbaenia.

The tuatara is a reptile endemic to New Zealand which, though it resembles most lizards, is actually part of a distinct lineage, order Sphenodontia. Lizards and snakes share a movable quadrate bone, distinguishing them from the sphenodonts which have a more primitive and solid diapsid skull.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,800 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard; their venom is not usually deadly but they can inflict extremely painful bites due to powerful jaws. However, it is unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

2010-02-19T15:50:56Z

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[[Image:Skink.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Skink (Corucia zebrata)]]
[[Image:Monitor_lizard1.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Monitor lizard (Varanus spp)]]
[[Image:Green_anole.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Green anole (Anolis carolinensis)]]
[[Image:Bearded_dragon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)]]
[[Image:Chameleon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Chameleon (Chamaeleo spp)]]

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Introduction==

Lizards occur on all continents, except Antarctica, and on most tropical and subtropical oceanic islands. This widespread occurrence denotes their broad ecological, physiological, and behavioural adaptations to extremely hot or cold climates, extremely arid to freshwater and marine habitats, and lowland to high-elevation regions. Their highest species diversity appears to be in semiarid habitats; for example, 53 species of lizards occur at one site in the Great Victoria Desert, Australia, and in some areas, particularly islands, densities can be greater than 3000 per hectare.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle.

Lizards are a very large and widespread group of the reptilian order Squamata. The nearly 7200 species of lizards are the most diverse and speciose living clade of reptiles; of course this total includes the worm lizards and snakes (which are actually reduced-limbed or limbless lizards). However, because snakes are a monophyletic group arising from within a group of lizards, the taxon Serpentes and its definition delimit a monophyletic group. Herein, the term lizard represents our shared perception and excludes Serpentes and Amphisbaenia.

The tuatara is a reptile endemic to New Zealand which, though it resembles most lizards, is actually part of a distinct lineage, order Sphenodontia. Lizards and snakes share a movable quadrate bone, distinguishing them from the sphenodonts which have a more primitive and solid diapsid skull.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,800 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard; their venom is not usually deadly but they can inflict extremely painful bites due to powerful jaws. However, it is unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

2010-02-19T15:41:49Z

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[[Image:Skink.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Skink]]
[[Image:Monitor_lizard1.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Monitor lizard]]
[[Image:Green_anole.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Green anole]]
[[Image:Bearded_dragon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Bearded Dragon]]
[[Image:Chameleon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Chameleon]]

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Introduction==

Lizards occur on all continents, except Antarctica, and on most tropical and subtropical oceanic islands. This widespread occurrence denotes their broad ecological, physiological, and behavioural adaptations to extremely hot or cold climates, extremely arid to freshwater and marine habitats, and lowland to high-elevation regions. Their highest species diversity appears to be in semiarid habitats; for example, 53 species of lizards occur at one site in the Great Victoria Desert, Australia, and in some areas, particularly islands, densities can be greater than 3000 per hectare.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle.

Lizards are a very large and widespread group of the reptilian order Squamata. The nearly 7200 species of lizards are the most diverse and speciose living clade of reptiles; of course this total includes the worm lizards and snakes (which are actually reduced-limbed or limbless lizards). However, because snakes are a monophyletic group arising from within a group of lizards, the taxon Serpentes and its definition delimit a monophyletic group. Herein, the term lizard represents our shared perception and excludes Serpentes and Amphisbaenia.

The tuatara is a reptile endemic to New Zealand which, though it resembles most lizards, is actually part of a distinct lineage, order Sphenodontia. Lizards and snakes share a movable quadrate bone, distinguishing them from the sphenodonts which have a more primitive and solid diapsid skull.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,800 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard; their venom is not usually deadly but they can inflict extremely painful bites due to powerful jaws. However, it is unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

2010-02-19T15:37:23Z

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[[Image:Skink.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Skink]]
[[Image:Monitor_lizard1.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Monitor lizard]]
[[Image:Green_anole.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Green anole]]
[[Image:Bearded_dragon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Bearded Dragon]]
[[Image:Chameleon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Chameleon]]

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Introduction==

Lizards occur on all continents, except Antarctica, and on most tropical and subtropical oceanic islands. This widespread occurrence denotes their broad ecological, physiological, and behavioural adaptations to extremely hot or cold climates, extremely arid to freshwater and marine habitats, and lowland to high-elevation regions. Their highest species diversity appears to be in semiarid habitats; for example, 53 species of lizards occur at one site in the Great Victoria Desert, Australia, and in some areas, particularly islands, densities can be greater than 3000 per hectare.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle.

Lizards are a very large and widespread group of the reptilian order Squamata. The nearly 7200 species of lizards are the most diverse and speciose living clade of reptiles; of course this total includes the worm lizards and snakes (which are actually reduced-limbed or limbless lizards). However, because snakes are a monophyletic group arising from within a group of lizards, the taxon Serpentes and its definition delimit a monophyletic group. Herein, the term lizard represents our shared perception and excludes Serpentes and Amphisbaenia.

The tuatara is a reptile endemic to New Zealand which, though it resembles most lizards, is actually part of a distinct lineage, order Sphenodontia. Lizards and snakes share a movable quadrate bone, distinguishing them from the sphenodonts which have a more primitive and solid diapsid skull.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,800 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

2010-02-19T15:30:56Z

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[[Image:Monitor_lizard1.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Monitor lizard]]
[[Image:Green_anole.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Green anole]]
[[Image:Bearded_dragon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Bearded Dragon]]
[[Image:Chameleon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Chameleon]]

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Introduction==

Lizards occur on all continents, except Antarctica, and on most tropical and subtropical oceanic islands. This widespread occurrence denotes their broad ecological, physiological, and behavioural adaptations to extremely hot or cold climates, extremely arid to freshwater and marine habitats, and lowland to high-elevation regions. Their highest species diversity appears to be in semiarid habitats; for example, 53 species of lizards occur at one site in the Great Victoria Desert, Australia, and in some areas, particularly islands, densities can be greater than 3000 per hectare.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle.

Lizards are a very large and widespread group of the reptilian order Squamata. The nearly 7200 species of lizards are the most diverse and speciose living clade of reptiles; of course this total includes the worm lizards and snakes (which are actually reduced-limbed or limbless lizards). However, because snakes are a monophyletic group arising from within a group of lizards, the taxon Serpentes and its definition delimit a monophyletic group. Herein, the term lizard represents our shared perception and excludes Serpentes and Amphisbaenia.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,800 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

2010-02-19T15:17:45Z

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[[Image:Monitor_lizard1.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Monitor lizard]]
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[[Image:Chameleon.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Chameleon]]

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Introduction==

Lizards occur on all continents, except Antarctica, and on most tropical and subtropical oceanic islands. This widespread occurrence denotes their broad ecological, physiological, and behavioural adaptations to extremely hot or cold climates, extremely arid to freshwater and marine habitats, and lowland to high-elevation regions. Their highest species diversity appears to be in semiarid habitats; for example, 53 species of lizards occur at one site in the Great Victoria Desert, Australia, and in some areas, particularly islands, densities can be greater than 3000 per hectare.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle.

Lizards are members of the reptilian order Squamata. The nearly 7200 species of lizards are the most diverse and speciose living clade of reptiles; of course this total includes the snakes, which are actually reduced-limbed or limbless lizards. However, because snakes are a monophyletic group arising from within a group of lizards, the taxon Serpentes and its definition delimit a monophyletic group. Herein, the term lizard represents our shared perception and excludes Serpentes. The lizards and their snake descendants are the only living squamates.

Excluding the snakes, lizards are still the most speciose extant reptiles, with about 4450 species.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,750 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

2010-02-19T15:08:46Z

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[[Image:Monitor_lizard1.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Monitor lizard]]
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With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Introduction==

Lizards occur on all continents, except Antarctica, and on most tropical and subtropical oceanic islands. This widespread occurrence denotes their broad ecological, physiological, and behavioural adaptations to extremely hot or cold climates, extremely arid to freshwater and marine habitats, and lowland to high-elevation regions. Their highest species diversity appears to be in semiarid habitats; for example, 53 species of lizards occur at one site in the Great Victoria Desert, Australia, and in some areas, particularly islands, densities can be greater than 3000 per hectare.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle. Lizards are members of the reptilian order Squamata. The lizards and their snake descendants are the only living squamates. Excluding the snakes, lizards are still the most speciose extant reptiles, with about 4450 species.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,750 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

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==Introduction==

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle. Lizards are members of the reptilian order Squamata. The lizards and their snake descendants are the only living squamates. Excluding the snakes, lizards are still the most speciose extant reptiles, with about 4450 species.

Lizards occur on all continents, except Antarctica, and on most tropical and subtropical oceanic islands. This widespread occurrence denotes their broad ecological, physiological, and behavioural adaptations to extremely hot or cold climates, extremely arid to freshwater and marine habitats, and lowland to high-elevation regions. Their highest species diversity appears to be in semiarid habitats; for example, 53 species of lizards occur at one site in the Great Victoria Desert, Australia, and in some areas, particularly islands, densities can be greater than 3000 per hectare.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,750 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

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==Introduction==

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle. Lizards are members of the reptilian order Squamata. The lizards and their snake descendants are the only living squamates. Excluding the snakes, lizards are still the most speciose extant reptiles, with about 4450 species.

Lizards occur on all continents, except Antarctica, and on most tropical and subtropical oceanic islands. This widespread occurrence denotes their broad ecological, physiological, and behavioural adaptations to extremely hot or cold climates, extremely arid to freshwater and marine habitats, and lowland to high-elevation regions. Their highest species diversity appears to be in semiarid habitats; for example, 53 species of lizards occur at one site in the Great Victoria Desert, Australia, and in some areas, particularly islands, densities can be greater than 3000 per hectare.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,750 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

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==Introduction==

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle. Lizards are members of the reptilian order Squamata.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,750 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

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==Introduction==

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle. Lizards are members of the reptilian order Squamata.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,750 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

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Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

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==Introduction==

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle. Lizards are members of the reptilian order Squamata.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,750 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

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==Introduction==

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle. Lizards are members of the reptilian order Squamata.
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[[Image:Skink.jpg|100px|thumb|right|Skink]]
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[[Image:Chameleon.jpg|100px|thumb|right|Chameleon]]
==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,750 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

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==Introduction==

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle. Lizards are members of the reptilian order Squamata.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,750 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

[[Image:Green_iguana.jpg|100px|thumb|right|Green iguana]]
[[Image:Skink.jpg|100px|thumb|right|Skink]]
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[[Image:Green_anole.jpg|100px|thumb|right|Green anole]]
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[[Image:Chameleon.jpg|100px|thumb|right|Chameleon]]
==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Taxonomy and Identification

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==Introduction==

With their growth in popularity as domestics pets, lizards are being presented to veterinary surgeons in increasing numbers. They are a diverse group of animals and can often pose problems for vets who have seldom, or perhaps never, handled them.

==Taxonomy==

Reptiles are ectothermic vertebrates with scales or plates, right and left aortic arches, a partially divided heart and a single occipital condyle. Lizards are members of the reptilian order Squamata.

==Common species==

There are 22 families of lizards, comprising approximately 3,750 species. About 20 species are commonly kept in captivity. The green iguana is the most popular. There are two poisonous species, the Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, although you are unlikely to see them often in practice.

==Identification==

Given the range of species, identification can be difficult. However, the most common lizards you are likely to see in practice can be viewed here.

'''Green Iguana'''

Iguana iguana. The green iguana is the most common pet lizard and is found free-ranging in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico to Southern Brazil. This herbivorous lizard often suffers from metabolic bone disease in captivity due to inadequate husbandry. A suitable temperature range is 29-39°C.

'''Skink'''

Corucia zebrata. The prehensile-tailed skink is a very large skink. They reach a maximum length of 80cm, half of which is composed of a fully prehensile tail. The dorsal surface has a grey/green background and is speckled black. The chin is yellow and the underside pale. They have become popular terrarium animals due to their easy husbandry, large size and unusual appearance.

'''Monitor Lizard'''

Varanus spp. Monitor lizards are mostly large powerful predators or carrion eaters. The family includes the savannah monitor (varanus exanthematicus), Nile monitor (varanus niloticus) and the Komodo dragon (varanus komodoensis).

'''Green Anole'''

Anolis carolinensis. Green anoles are diurnal and semi-arboreal. They are slender lizards with long tails (fragile and readily lost) and a pointed head. They will grow from hatchling (5 to 6cm) to small adult size in 6 to 8 months and, if maintained properly, have a typical lifespan of 3 to 6 years.

'''Bearded Dragon'''

Pogona vitticeps. This lizard is diurnal. Adults grow to 50 cm and have a blunt arrow-shaped head. Scales along the skin of the throat and the side of the head and body have specialized into spiny points.

'''Chameleon'''

Chamaeleo spp. Chameleons are considered among the more delicate of lizards. Anatomical differences from other lizards may include astonishingly long tongues, ability for colour change, oppositely opposable digits and prehensile tails. They are generally viviparous.

Lizard Behaviour

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Lizards tend to be bright, alert and responsive. Captive-born ones will tolerate handling and appear to become tame. Wild-caught lizards are often shy, wary and try to escape at the slightest disturbance.

==Defensive behaviour==

Defensive behaviour is associated with territoriality, escape from potential predators or may be ritualised with reproduction or feeding. It may be exhibited with humans, conspecifics, other animals or with no stimulation.

They stand sideways to the threat, swallow air to increase their size, stand high off the ground to look bigger and lash at the threat with their tails. Some lizards may display head bobbing and push-ups or gape and threaten to bite.

==Aggressive behaviour==

Offensive aggression is rare and usually involves sexually mature iguana males during their breeding season from December to March in the northern hemisphere. They may attack anything entering their territory and attempt to bite them. It is recommended that these lizards be confined to their cage during this time.

'''Owner-directed aggression'''

Iguana bites can be very painful and owners should be warned to be careful. Hyper-aggressive males are best not handled.

Castration for males is possible but it is unknown if this directly leads to a decrease in aggression. Its effect may not be seen until the following breeding season. Castration before puberty may be more effective in controlling potential aggression. Seasonal aggression may be worse at puberty and gradually decrease afterwards.

==Dominance==

When several lizards are housed together aggression and dominance is not always overtly physical since actual fighting may not occur. Subtle behaviour by the dominant lizard may result in the subordinate staying away from basking areas and food and slowly dying of stress-enhanced hypothermia and starvation.

Lizard Behaviour

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Lizards tend to be bright, alert and responsive. Captive-born ones will tolerate handling and appear to become tame. Wild-caught lizards are often shy, wary and try to escape at the slightest disturbance.

==Defensive behaviour==

Defensive behaviour is associated with territoriality, escape from potential predators or may be ritualised with reproduction or feeding. It may be exhibited with humans, conspecifics, other animals or with no stimulation.

They stand sideways to the threat, swallow air to increase their size, stand high off the ground to look bigger and lash at the threat with their tails. Some lizards may display head bobbing and push-ups or gape and threaten to bite.

==Aggressive behaviour==

Offensive aggression is rare and usually involves sexually mature iguana males during their breeding season from December to March in the northern hemisphere.

They may attack anything entering their territory and attempt to bite them. It is recommended that these lizards be confined to their cage during this time.

==Dominance==

When several lizards are housed together aggression and dominance is not always overtly physical since actual fighting may not occur. Subtle behaviour by the dominant lizard may result in the subordinate staying away from basking areas and food and slowly dying of stress-enhanced hypothermia and starvation.

Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease

2010-02-16T15:36:21Z

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[[Image:Mbd_iguana.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Green iguana with MBD]]

[[Image:Iguana_mbd_swollenjaw.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Green iguana with MBD and swollen jaw]]

==Introduction==

Metabolic bone disease (MBD) is a complex disease that is associated with derangement of the metabolism of calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D3, poor husbandry and other diseases.

MBD is the most common disease in captive lizards, especially green iguanas; it is usually a result of poor husbandry. For example, deficiency in Vitamin D3 and/or UVB in combination with calcium deficiency leads to metabolic bone disease. Associated terms include fibrous osteodystrophy, nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism, osteoporosis, osteomalacia and rickets.

==Dealing with MBD==

'''Examination'''

The clinical signs in green iguanas vary. They include:

*Lethargy and reluctance to move
*Difficulty in lifting body off ground
*Ataxia, paresis and paralysis of hindlimbs
*Poor appetite to anorexia
*Weight loss to poor weight gain
*Softening, swelling and deformities of bones e.g. soft mandibles
*Pathological fractures
*Muscle fasiculations and seizures

'''Diagnosis'''

Diagnosis is dependent on:

[[Image:Leopardgecko_mbd_xray.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Radiograph of Leopard gecko showing signs of MBD. Decreased opacity to the pelvis and caudal vertebrae. No clear contrast between bone and soft tissue is a classic sign of MBD. ]]

*History - dietary and environmental evaluation
*Physical examination
*Radiography - hypomineralisation of skeleton, pathological fractures, fibrous osteodystrophy
*Biochemistry - calcium is generally within normal limits but may be low, especially in neurological cases

'''Therapy'''

Correct environment and dietary problems and advise access to sunlight. Carry out supportive care. Attempt only conservative repair of fractures. Administer oral calcium for non-neurological cases - calcium glubionate (NeoCalglucon, Sandoz) at 1 ml/kg bw q12-24h for 1-3 months. Administer parenteral calcium for neurological cases, preferably IV or ICo by slow infusion (100-500 mg/kg q6h) and concurrent diuresis with serial plasma calcium and phosphorus measurements. Calcitonin has previously been suggested as a treatment - 50 iu/kg IM weekly for 1-4 weeks, but its clinical effects have not been established (do not give to hypocalcaemic patients).

'''Prevention'''

MBD is prevented by providing correct housing and diet. However, caging and dietary requirements vary depending on the species of lizard.

Lizard Cystic Calculi

2010-02-16T15:29:20Z

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[[Image:CC_bladderstone_layers.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Bladder stone cross section - note the concentric layers]]
[[Image:CC_xray2.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Radiograph of a cystic calculus]]
[[Image:Cc_cystotomy.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Cystotomy]]

==Introduction==

Cystic calculi are commonly seen in lizards fed unbalanced diets but dehydration and cystitis may be involved. A commonly associated disease is renal failure.

This disease may have a multifactorial aetiology. The stones are usually urates since lizards, like most reptiles, are uricotelic.

==Dealing with cystic calculi==

'''Examination'''

Cystic calculi are commonly seen in lizards fed unbalanced diets but dehydration and cystitis may be involved. Symptoms of cystic calculi may be similar to those of kidney disease. Cystic calculi may be palpated on physical examination.

'''Diagnosis'''

Diagnosis is based on palpation of a mass in the coelomic cavity and radiography showing a radiopaque mass that has concentric layers.

'''Therapy'''

Coeliotomy and cystotomy.

The length of the skin incision should be 1.5 times the diameter of the largest stone. The bladder is thin-walled and stay sutures facilitate handling of the bladder and closing the incision. The bladder wall is closed with a two layer pattern.

Bacterial culture and stone analysis are recommended. Carry out supportive care.

'''Prevention'''

As well as species-specific diet and husbandry, it is recommended to limit uric acid precursors. As uric acid is produced from all proteins (and not just the nuclear proteins as in mammals) it has been advised not to feed diets that are high in protein. It has also been advised to especially limit foods that are high in purines such as asparagus, mushrooms, offal, anchovies and sardines.

Lizard Cystic Calculi

2010-02-16T15:26:04Z

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[[Image:CC_bladderstone_layers.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Bladder stone cross section - note the concentric layers]]
[[Image:CC_xray2.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Radiograph of a cystic calculus]]
[[Image:Cc_cystotomy.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Cystotomy]]

==Introduction==

Cystic calculi are commonly seen in lizards fed unbalanced diets but dehydration and cystitis may be involved. A commonly associated disease is renal failure.

This disease may have a multifactorial aetiology. The stones are usually urates since lizards, like most reptiles, are uricotelic.

==Dealing with cystic calculi==

'''Examination'''

Cystic calculi are commonly seen in lizards fed unbalanced diets but dehydration and cystitis may be involved. Symptoms of cystic calculi may be similar to those of kidney disease. Cystic calculi may be palpated on physical examination.

'''Diagnosis'''

Diagnosis is based on palpation of a mass in the coelomic cavity and radiography showing a radiopaque mass that has concentric layers.

'''Therapy'''

Coeliotomy and cystotomy.

The length of the skin incision should be 1.5 times the diameter of the largest stone. The bladder is thin-walled and stay sutures facilitate handling of the bladder and closing the incision. The bladder wall is closed with a two layer pattern.

Bacterial culture and stone analysis are recommended. Carry out supportive care.

'''Prevention'''

As well as species-specific diet and husbandry, it is recommended to limit uric acid precursors. As uric acid is produced from all proteins (and not just the nuclear proteins as in mammals) it has been advised not to feed diets that are high in protein. It has also been advised to especially limit foods that are high in purines such as asparagus, mushrooms, offal, anchovies and sardines.

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Clamytemp: Cystic calculi cystotomy

Cystic calculi cystotomy

Lizard Cystic Calculi

2010-02-16T15:21:49Z

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[[Image:CC_bladderstone.jpg|300px|thumb|left|Bladder stone]]
[[Image:CC_bladderstone_layers.jpg|300px|thumb|center|Bladder stone cross section - note the concentric layers]]

==Introduction==

Cystic calculi are commonly seen in lizards fed unbalanced diets but dehydration and cystitis may be involved. A commonly associated disease is renal failure.

[[Image:CC_xray.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Radiograph of a cystic calculus - note the concentric rings]]

This disease may have a multifactorial aetiology. The stones are usually urates since lizards, like most reptiles, are uricotelic.

==Dealing with cystic calculi==

'''Examination'''

Cystic calculi are commonly seen in lizards fed unbalanced diets but dehydration and cystitis may be involved. Symptoms of cystic calculi may be similar to those of kidney disease. Cystic calculi may be palpated on physical examination.

[[Image:CC_xray2.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Radiograph of a cystic calculus]]

'''Diagnosis'''

Diagnosis is based on palpation of a mass in the coelomic cavity and radiography showing a radiopaque mass that has concentric layers.

'''Therapy'''

Coeliotomy and cystotomy.

The length of the skin incision should be 1.5 times the diameter of the largest stone. The bladder is thin-walled and stay sutures facilitate handling of the bladder and closing the incision. The bladder wall is closed with a two layer pattern.

Bacterial culture and stone analysis are recommended. Carry out supportive care.

'''Prevention'''

As well as species-specific diet and husbandry, it is recommended to limit uric acid precursors. As uric acid is produced from all proteins (and not just the nuclear proteins as in mammals) it has been advised not to feed diets that are high in protein. It has also been advised to especially limit foods that are high in purines such as asparagus, mushrooms, offal, anchovies and sardines.

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Clamytemp: Radiograph of a cystic calculus

Radiograph of a cystic calculus

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Radiograph cystic calculi

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Cystic calculi bladder stone cross section

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Cystic calculi bladder stone

Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease

2010-02-16T15:00:17Z

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[[Image:Iguana_mbd_swollenjaw.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Green iguana with MBD and swollen jaw]]

==Introduction==

Metabolic bone disease (MBD) is a complex disease that is associated with derangement of the metabolism of calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D3, poor husbandry and other diseases.

MBD is the most common disease in captive lizards, especially green iguanas; it is usually a result of poor husbandry. For example, deficiency in Vitamin D3 and/or UVB in combination with calcium deficiency leads to metabolic bone disease. Associated terms include fibrous osteodystrophy, nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism, osteoporosis, osteomalacia and rickets.

==Dealing with MBD==

'''Examination'''

The clinical signs in green iguanas vary. They include:

*Lethargy and reluctance to move
*Difficulty in lifting body off ground
*Ataxia, paresis and paralysis of hindlimbs
*Poor appetite to anorexia
*Weight loss to poor weight gain
*Softening, swelling and deformities of bones e.g. soft mandibles
*Pathological fractures
*Muscle fasiculations and seizures

'''Diagnosis'''

Diagnosis is dependent on:

[[Image:Leopardgecko_mbd_xray.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Radiograph of Leopard gecko with MBD. Decreased opacity to the pelvis and caudal vertebrae. No clear contrast between bone and soft tissue is a classic sign of MBD. ]]

*History - dietary and environmental evaluation
*Physical examination
*Radiography - hypomineralisation of skeleton, pathological fractures, fibrous osteodystrophy
*Biochemistry - calcium is generally within normal limits but may be low, especially in neurological cases

'''Therapy'''

Correct environment and dietary problems and advise access to sunlight. Carry out supportive care. Attempt only conservative repair of fractures. Administer oral calcium for non-neurological cases - calcium glubionate (NeoCalglucon, Sandoz) at 1 ml/kg bw q12-24h for 1-3 months. Administer parenteral calcium for neurological cases, preferably IV or ICo by slow infusion (100-500 mg/kg q6h) and concurrent diuresis with serial plasma calcium and phosphorus measurements. Calcitonin has previously been suggested as a treatment - 50 iu/kg IM weekly for 1-4 weeks, but its clinical effects have not been established (do not give to hypocalcaemic patients).

'''Prevention'''

MBD is prevented by providing correct housing and diet. However, caging and dietary requirements vary depending on the species of lizard.

Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease

2010-02-16T14:57:35Z

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[[Image:Iguana_mbd_swollenjaw.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Iguana with MBD and swollen jaw]]

==Introduction==

Metabolic bone disease (MBD) is a complex disease that is associated with derangement of the metabolism of calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D3, poor husbandry and other diseases.

MBD is the most common disease in captive lizards, especially green iguanas; it is usually a result of poor husbandry. For example, deficiency in Vitamin D3 and/or UVB in combination with calcium deficiency leads to metabolic bone disease. Associated terms include fibrous osteodystrophy, nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism, osteoporosis, osteomalacia and rickets.

==Dealing with MBD==

'''Examination'''

The clinical signs in green iguanas vary. They include:

*Lethargy and reluctance to move
*Difficulty in lifting body off ground
*Ataxia, paresis and paralysis of hindlimbs
*Poor appetite to anorexia
*Weight loss to poor weight gain
*Softening, swelling and deformities of bones e.g. soft mandibles
*Pathological fractures
*Muscle fasiculations and seizures

'''Diagnosis'''

Diagnosis is dependent on:

[[Image:Leopardgecko_mbd_xray.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Radiograph of Leopard gecko with MBD. Decreased opacity to the pelvis and caudal vertebrae. No clear contrast between bone and soft tissue is a classic sign of MBD. ]]

*History - dietary and environmental evaluation
*Physical examination
*Radiography - hypomineralisation of skeleton, pathological fractures, fibrous osteodystrophy
*Biochemistry - calcium is generally within normal limits but may be low, especially in neurological cases

'''Therapy'''

Correct environment and dietary problems and advise access to sunlight. Carry out supportive care. Attempt only conservative repair of fractures. Administer oral calcium for non-neurological cases - calcium glubionate (NeoCalglucon, Sandoz) at 1 ml/kg bw q12-24h for 1-3 months. Administer parenteral calcium for neurological cases, preferably IV or ICo by slow infusion (100-500 mg/kg q6h) and concurrent diuresis with serial plasma calcium and phosphorus measurements. Calcitonin has previously been suggested as a treatment - 50 iu/kg IM weekly for 1-4 weeks, but its clinical effects have not been established (do not give to hypocalcaemic patients).

'''Prevention'''

MBD is prevented by providing correct housing and diet. However, caging and dietary requirements vary depending on the species of lizard.

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Clamytemp: Radiograph of Leopard gecko with MBD

Radiograph of Leopard gecko with MBD

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2010-02-16T14:52:38Z

Clamytemp: Iguana with MBD and swollen jaw

Iguana with MBD and swollen jaw

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Clamytemp: Iguana with MBD

Iguana with MBD

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Clamytemp: /* About me */

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== Contact details ==
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== About me ==
I just recently graduated from the RVC/ ZSL (summer 2009) with an MSc in Wild Animal Biology. <br>
I'm currently working on WikiVet developing a section on lizards.

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2010-02-12T12:27:48Z

Clamytemp: New page: 200px == Contact details == *[mailto:clamy@rvc.ac.uk clamy@rvc.ac.uk] == About me == I just recently graduated from the RVC/ ZSL (summer 2009) wi...

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== Contact details ==
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== About me ==
I just recently graduated from the RVC/ ZSL (summer 2009) with an MSc in Wild Animal Biology. <br>
I'm currently working on WikiVet helping develop a section on lizards.

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