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Gilbert's Dragon, waving leg - Commonly known as Ta-Ta lizard because after every short dash it waves a front leg in a circular manner just as if waving goodbye
DH-3460
Gilbert's Dragon, waving leg
Kupungarri, Kimberleys, Western Australia
Lophognathus gilberti
Commonly known as Ta-Ta lizard because after every short dash it waves a front leg in a circular manner just as if waving goodbye. The purpose of legwaving is unclear, perhaps communicating with conspecifics or as a distraction display. It is abundant across north-west Australia. It eats invertebrates such as ants grasshoppers and dragonflies. Males but not females are territorial defending a daily activity area.
Don Hadden
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Brighten up your mornings with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the enchanting artwork of Don Hadden's "Gilbert's Dragon, waving leg" (DH-3460). This captivating image of the Kupungarri or Ta-Ta lizard (Lophognathus gilberti) from the Kimberleys, Western Australia, shows this unique reptile in its signature pose, waving goodbye with a flick of its front leg. Each mug in our Photo Mug range is expertly printed with high-definition images, ensuring your favorite artwork is displayed in vibrant colors and stunning detail. Start your day with a smile and a reminder of the natural world's wonders. Order your Gilbert's Dragon, waving leg Photo Mug today!
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Ta-Ta Lizard - The Master of Goodbyes and Distraction Displays!
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. Say hello to DH-3460, also known as Gilbert's Dragon or the Ta-Ta Lizard! This little reptile has earned its nickname due to its unique habit of waving a front leg in a circular manner after every short dash, almost as if bidding farewell. But why does it do this? Well, scientists are still scratching their heads over the purpose of this adorable leg-waving behavior. Some believe it could be a way for these lizards to communicate with their fellow Ta-Tas, while others think it might serve as a clever distraction display. Found abundantly across north-west Australia, particularly in Kupungarri within the Kimberleys region of Western Australia, these dragons have quite an appetite for invertebrates like ants, grasshoppers, and dragonflies. Interestingly enough, only male Ta-Ta Lizards are territorial and fiercely defend their daily activity areas from intruders. So next time you spot one of these charismatic creatures during your Australian adventures, make sure to wave back at them! They may just be saying "Ta-ta" before dashing off on another exciting lizard adventure. And remember folks - no commercial use allowed; we're here purely for wildlife appreciation thanks to Don Hadden's incredible photography skills!
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