Western Heath Dragon

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Ctenophorus adelaidensis

Western Heath Dragon, a reference photo
Photo: Jean and Fred Hort · CC BY 2.0 (licence)

Ctenophorus adelaidensis, commonly known as the western heath dragon is a species of agamid lizard occurring in sandplains with heath and banksia along the lower coast of Western Australia, between Kalbarri and Perth. Adults are grey in colour, with dark blotches. They are relatively slow compared to other Ctenophorus species, preferring to scuttle rather than sprint.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Western Heath Dragon being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Agamidae
Species
Ctenophorus adelaidensis

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