BLUE LIZARDS

(Tenaci camararius)

Habitat: Steep, lofty environments
Conservation status: Near Threatened (Critically
Endangered)

Dental form: Jagged and uneven teeth
Method of hunting: Chase
Tongue Length: 15 Centimeters
Bite force: 5,250 Newtons
Weight: 140 Kilograms*


A rather weak and small lizard in the order Ceredurum. Blue lizards reside in areas that require climbing to get around - possibly to avoid competition from more capable lizards in more flat environments. This lizard is one of four lizards to be capable of climbing vertical surfaces, and while their size may seem unintimidating, their ability should not be underestimated. They are characterized with an aggressive attitude and a tendency to body-slam their prey once they are in a suitable position above them. Like the other lizards in its genus, it has an adhesive tongue used to grip items and prey.