Common Gliding Lizard

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Draco sumatranus

Common Gliding Lizard, a reference photo
Photo: Seshadri.K.S · CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

Draco sumatranus, the common gliding lizard, is a species of agamid lizard endemic to Southeast Asia. It has elongated ribs and skin flaps on the sides of its body. When opened, these skin flaps allow it to glide between tree trunks.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Common Gliding Lizard 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
Genus
Draco
Species
Draco sumatranus

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