Western Ring-tailed Dragon

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Ctenophorus caudicinctus

Western Ring-tailed Dragon, a reference photo
Photo: Matt from Melbourne, Australia · CC BY 2.0 (licence)

Ctenophorus caudicinctus, commonly known as the ring-tailed dragon or ring-tailed bicycle-dragon is a native species of agamid lizard occurring in rocky ranges and outcrops of Australia. Ctenophorus caudicinctus is most commonly found in the Pilbara region and offshore islands of Western Australia. The ctenophorus has 28 known species in the northern, southern, and western parts of Australia. It is recognized to be the most speciose group of Australian agamids.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Western Ring-tailed 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 caudicinctus

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