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While well known for its extremely poisonous snakes, Australia also has many other unusual reptiles, amongst them some lizards. The Frill-necked Lizard is found in northern Australia and neighboring southern New Guinea. The common name refers to a large frill around the neck of these lizards. The frill is usually held folded against the body but can be erected and spread out, making the lizard look larger than it is, as seen in the photos here.
The Shingleback Skink is a member of the blue-tongued skink family. The blue tongue is thought to be used to confuse and startle predators. As can be seen in the full body image, this lizard has a short, wide, stumpy tail that resembles its head and may serve the purpose of confusing predators. the tail is also used to store fat.
Frill-necked Lizard: Nikon Z9, Nikon Z 600mm TC VR S, 1/400 second @ f/10, ISO 1600.
Shingleback Skink: Nikon Z9, Nikon Z 600mm TC VR S, 1/3200 second @ f/6.3, ISO 1000.
The Shingleback Skink is a member of the blue-tongued skink family. The blue tongue is thought to be used to confuse and startle predators. As can be seen in the full body image, this lizard has a short, wide, stumpy tail that resembles its head and may serve the purpose of confusing predators. the tail is also used to store fat.
Frill-necked Lizard: Nikon Z9, Nikon Z 600mm TC VR S, 1/400 second @ f/10, ISO 1600.
Shingleback Skink: Nikon Z9, Nikon Z 600mm TC VR S, 1/3200 second @ f/6.3, ISO 1000.
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