Squamata Collection (page 4)

Galapagos penguin (Spheniscus mendiculus) and Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) male, Isla Tortuga, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Great anglehead lizard (Gonocephalus grandis) male, Tioman Island, Malaysia

Sand lizard (Lacerta agilis) male on disused railway, wide angle view, the Netherlands

Green Python (Morelia viridis) in the rain forest, Iron Range National Park. Cape York Peninsula, Queensland, Australia

Namaqua chameleon (Chamaeleo namaquensis) walking up dune, Swakopmund, Dorob National Park, Namibia

Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) male running. Rinca Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia. Endangered

Ocellated or jewelled lizards (Timon lepidus) basking on rocks, Los Alcornocales Natural Park. Southern Spain. May

Close-up of a Egg-eating / Turtleheaded sea snake (Emydocephalus annulatus) with eggs coming out of its mouth, New Caledonia, Pacific Ocean

Catalina Desert Iguana (Dipsosaurus catalinensis), Catalina (Santa Catalina) Island, Loreto Bay National Park, Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), Baja California, Mexico, May

Carters semaphore gecko (Pristurus carteri) standing on rocky ground. Oman, June

Lined Leaf-tailed Gecko (Uroplatus lineatus). Active in dead palm fronds in forest understorey at night. Marojejy National Park, Madagascar

Eyelash Viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) Distictive yellow / orange oropel form. Arboreal species resting in mid-altitude rainforest under storey. Caribbean slope, Costa Rica, Central America

Waglers pit viper (Tropidolaemus wagleri) basking in mist-shrouded forest under storey. Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo

Yellow Anaconda (Eunectes notaeus) in vegetation at the edge of the Paraguay River, Taiama Reserve, western Pantanal, Brazil, South America

Dumerils Boa (Acrantophis dumerili) basking in late afternoon sunshine on forest floor. Berenty Private Reserve, southern Madagascar

Milos Viper (Macrovipera schweizeri) sub adult luring potential prey to within striking range with tail. Milos Island, Greece, July. Controlled conditions

Eastern striped skink (Ctenotus spaldingi) Merri Creek corridor, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Namaqua dwarf adder, (Bitis schneideri), Little Namaqualand, South Africa, February. Non-ex

Johnston's three-horned chameleon, (Trioceros johnstoni), male on tree branch, Kahuzi-Biega NP, Democratic Republic of Congo, November. Non-ex

Day gecko (Phelsuma sp. ) with extended tongue lapping up nectar from crown of thorns
Day gecko (Phelsuma sp.) with extended tongue lapping up nectar from crown of thorns (Euphorbia milii) flower, Madagascar

Hump-nosed or lyreshead lizard (Lyriocephalus scutatus), Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Unesco Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site, Sri Lanka. Endemic

Bull Skink (Liopholis multiscutata) in coastal dunes at Browns Beach on Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Autumn

Marine Iguanas (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) basking. Fernandina Island, Galapagos Islands

Central bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps) basking in mallee / heathland habitat on the Murrayville Track in the Big Desert Wilderness of north-western Victoria, Australia

Heath Monitor (Varanus rosenbergi) male enacting a threat display, in mallee / heath
Heath Monitor (Varanus rosenbergi) male enacting a threat display, in mallee/heath habitat near Pinnaroo, South Australia

Striped legless lizard (Delma impar) female, in volcanic plain near Reedesdale in central Victoria, Australia

Rough-scaled death adder (Acanthophis rugosus) waving tip of tail as a lure to entice prey within striking range. Mount Isa, Queensland Australia

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus), Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) on coast, Galapagos

Galapagos land iguana (Conolophus subcristatus) portrait with mouth open, Galapagos

Namaqua chameleon (Chamaeleo namaquensis) catching larvae with its extended tongue. In the Namib desert near Swakopmund, Namibia

Eastern brownsnake (Pseudonaja textilis) juvenile. Australia

Lowland blotched blue-tongue (Tiliqua nigrolutea) on a coastal bluff in the Bay of Fires region of north-eastern Tasmania, Australia, spring

Starred agama (Stellagama stellio cypriaca) basking on rock. Cyprus. April

A Perentie (Varanus giganteus) using its forked tongue to detect smells, Alice Springs Reptile Centre, Northern Territory, Australia, Captive. May

Monocled cobra (Naja kaouthia) on rubber plantation at Phak Lok, Phuket Island, Thailand

Red-bellied Blacksnake (Pseudechis porphyriacus) basking on rock, Lerderderg Gorge, Victoria, Australia, February

Double-crested basilisk (Basiliscus plumifrons) running across water surface, Santa Rita, Costa Rica

Galapagos racer snakes (Pseudalsophis biserialis) group alert watching for prey on beach, Galapagos, June. Endangered species. Taken on location for BBC tv Blue Planet 2 series

Western diamond-backed rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) Texas, USA, April

Grass snake (Natrix natrix) in habitat, Aland Islands, Finland, May

Crocodile monitor (Varanus salvadorii) portrait, captive, occurs in New Guinea

Peringueys desert adder (Bitis peringueyi) camouflaged in desert sand, Namibia

Clarion Lizard (Urosaurus clarionensis) displaying, IUCN Vulnerable, Clarion Island, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve / Archipielago de Revillagigedo UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site

Stripeless day gecko (Phelsuma astriata), camouflaged between leaves, Praslin Island, Republic of Seychelles

Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) Rinca Island, Indonesia

Thorny dragon (Moloch horridus) in desert habitat, Australia

Namib sand snake (Psammophis namibensis) in sand dunes, Swakopmund, Erongo Region, Namibia

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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.