Squamata Collection (page 2)

Eyelash pit viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) (Viperidae: Crotalinae). Distictive yellow / orange oropel form. Arboreal species resting on wild ginger flower in mid-altitude rainforest under storey

Sumatran pit viper (Trimeresurus sumatranus) juvenile on tree trunk, in tropical rainforest. Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

Coastal taipan (Oxyuranus scutellatus) tasting air, Julatten, north Queensland, Australia

Phuket horned tree lizard (Acanthosaura phuketensis) near Bang Pae Waterfall, Khao Phra Thaew NP, Phuket Island, Thailand

Portrait of an adult Three-toed Earless Skink (Hemiergis talbingoensis) Tallarook, Goulburn River in central Victoria, Australia

Eastern tiger snake (Notechis scutatus) female, Yarra River corridor in suburban Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, in mid-summer

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) basking on volcanic rock at coast. Isabela Island, Galapagos

Parrot snake (Leptophis ahaetulla) in aggressive pose with mouth open. Costa Rica

Close view of a Green anaconda, (Eunectes murinus) underwater, Formoso River, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Green iguana (Iguana iguana) rear view of basking in sun, Banco Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve, Caribbean region, Mexico, May

Crocodile monitor (Varanus salvadorii) close up eye, captive, occurs in New Guinea

Adult Eyelash Pit Viper or Eyelash Viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) (Viperidae: Crotalinae). Distictive yellow / orange oropel form

Clarion Island Whip Snake (Masticophis anthonyi), IUCN Critically Endangered, Clarion Island, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve / Archipielago de Revillagigedo UNESCO Natural World Heritage

Grass snake(Natrix natrix) coiled round eggs, Alsace, France

Deccan ground gecko (Cyrtodactylus albofasciatus) on forest floor, backlit with water droplets. Amboli, Maharashtra, India. Endemic to Western Ghats

Indonesian blue-tongued skink (Tiliqua gigas) with tongue extended, captive, from Papua New Guinea

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) males in breeding colouration on rocks, with sun halo, Floreana Island, Galapagos

Parson's chameleon (Calumma parsonii), male hunting in forest canopy. Mitsinjo Forest, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, eastern Madagascar

Lava lizard (Microlophus peruvianus) juvenile peering out of eye of dead sea lion. Paracas National Reserve, Peru. Highly commended in the Animals in their Environment Category of Wildlife

Cameroon bush viper (Atheris broadleyi) captive occurs in West Africa

Beautiful pit viper (Trimeresurus venustus) captive occurs in Thailand

Chinese cobra (Naja atra) in threat stance, Shek Pik, southwestern coast of Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China

Slow worm (Anguis fragilis) on coastal clifftop grassland. Cornwall, England, UK. May

Chinese cobra (Naja atra) in threat stance, Shek Pik, southwestern coast of Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China

White-lipped pit viper (Trimeresurus albolabris) Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China

Tokay gecko (Gekko gecko) Shek Pik, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China

Komodo dragons (Varanus komodoensis) on shore with saliva dripping from mouth, Rinca Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Eyelash viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) with tongue extended, flicking, tasting the air, Costa Rica

Beautiful pit viper (Trimeresurus venustus) captive occurs in Thailand

Calabar burrowing boa snake (Calabaria reinhardtii) in defensive ball, captive, occurs equatorial rain forest of West and central Africa. Head and tail are very similar

Fer-de-lance (Bothrops lanceolatus) captive, endemic to Martinique

Royal python (Python regius) Togo. Controlled conditions

West African tree viper (Atheris chlorechis) on branch Togo. Controlled conditions

Gila monster (Heloderma suspectum) Arizona, USA. Captive

Water monitor (Varanus salvator), portrait, flicking tongue, Thailand

Indian Cobra or Spectacled Cobra (Naja naja), Karnataka, India

RF - Mossy Leaf-tailed Gecko (Uroplatus sikorae) resting and camouflaged on tree trunk in rainforest understorey. Mantadia National Park, east Madagascar

King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) in strike pose with mouth open, tongue out and glottis (hole like structure in mouth) clearly visible. Malaysia

Frill-neck Lizard (Chlamydosaurus kingii), displays on a termite mound. Northern Territory, Australia

Thorny dragon (Moloch horridus) in desert habitat, Australia

Texas horned lizard (Phrynosoma cornutum) portrait, Laredo Borderlands, Texas, USA. April

Egyptian cobra (Naja haje) with head raised up and hood expanded, near Ouarzarte, Morocco

Eyelash viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) waiting on Heliconia flower (Heliconia lankasteri) to ambush hummingbird prey, Golden colour morph La Selva, Costa Rica

Prairie Rattlesnake (Crotalus viridis) sunbathing, Bozeman, Montana, USA

Green anaconda (Eunectes murinus) underwater, flicking tongue, Formoso River, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Nosy Be Pygmy Leaf Chameleon (Brookesia minima) female, worlds smallest reptile. Nosy Be, Madagascar. Photograph taken on location for BBC Wild Madagascar Series, January 2010

Blue-spotted dwarf iguana (Enyalioides praestabilis) on branch, Sumaco, Napo, Ecuador

Amazon wood lizard / Guichenots dwarf iguana (Enyalioides laticeps) portrait, Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador

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"Squamata: Exploring the Diverse World of Reptiles" Discover the fascinating world of Squamata, a diverse group of reptiles that includes some of nature's most intriguing creatures. From the mighty Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) found in Rinca Island, within Indonesia's breathtaking Komodo National Park, to the elusive Short-nosed vine snake (Ahaetulla prasina), these reptiles captivate us with their unique characteristics. Behold the majestic flying gecko (Ptychozoon kohli), gracefully gliding through the air with its remarkable membrane-covered wings. Marvel at the spiny lizard (Sceloporus asper), adorned with sharp scales for protection and blending seamlessly into its surroundings. Delve into history and encounter ancient marine reptiles like Mosasaur: Platycarpus ictericus, reminding us of Earth's prehistoric past. Witness an incredible display of defense mechanisms as a member ejects an intruder from its territory. Experience awe-inspiring moments underwater as Marine iguanas (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) swim effortlessly around Fernandina Island in Galapagos, showcasing their adaptability to both land and sea. As day turns to dusk, admire silhouettes against vibrant sunsets - Marine iguanas casting enchanting shadows at Punta Vicente Roca. Encounter danger personified in Malaysia's King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) poised in a striking pose while Bungarus fasciatus, also known as Banded Krait, reminds us of nature's delicate balance between beauty and venomous power. Immerse yourself in this captivating realm where John Reeves' Zoology Collection showcases Plate 102 – a testament to human fascination with Squamata throughout history. Explore their intricate biology, mesmerizing behaviors, and stunning adaptations that have allowed them to thrive in diverse habitats across the globe.