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Squamata

Squamata is the largest order among reptiles, with about 6,000 existing species, accounting for more than 90% of existing reptiles. Divided into 2 orders including lizards and snakes, the body surface is covered with horny scales, generally without bone plates, and the body is mostly elongated. The front and rear limbs are developed or degenerated.

Varanus exanthematicus

Varanus exanthematicus

Grassland monitor lizard, plains monitor lizard

The plain monitor lizard is docile and not too big; it rarely has problems w···

Calotes versicolor

Calotes versicolor

Chameleon, horsehair snake, cockscomb snake, four-legged snake

Ancient folklore says that if you are bitten by a crested snake, you will de···