Uromastyx is a genus of lizards in the family Agamidae. The genus is native to Africa and the Middle East (West Asia). Member species are commonly called spiny-tailed lizards, uromastyces, mastigures, or dabb lizards.

2022年12月2日 · Far from boring, Uromastyx lizards have a lot of unique features. They have large, spiky tails with which they protect themselves, as well as different colors and patterns guaranteed to catch anyone’s eye. Lizard keepers keen on …

2011年2月25日 · Uromastyx are usually mild tempered, friendly lizards but they are capable of inflicting a painful bite and the well-armored tail may be used as a defensive weapons. Although these lizards do not possess tail autotomy, never hold a Uromastyx by the tail.

Uromastyx (aka spiny-tailed lizards) are a fantastic pet reptile that has skyrocketed in popularity over the last few years. They’re fairly easy to care for, look beautiful, and are fun to handle as well. But these lizards are one of the most misunderstood species out there when it …

The generic name, Uromastyx, is derived from the Ancient Greek words ourá (οὐρά) meaning "tail" and mastiga (μαστίγα) meaning "whip" or "scourge", after the thick-spiked tail characteristic of all Uromastyx species. The specific name, geyri, is in honor of German zoologist Hans Geyr von Schweppenburg. [4]

Uromastyx is a genus of lizards native to Africa and the Middle East. Most species in the genus prefer living in rocky or hilly areas with plenty of underground hiding places. Many people commonly refer to these lizards as spiny-tailed lizards, uromastyces, dab lizards, or mastigures.

Spiny-tailed lizards (Uromastyx spp.), also commonly referred to as Uromastyx, are among the more popular pet lizards. There are at least 14 different species of these desert-adapted lizards although only a few are being regularly imported or bred in captivity.

2025年3月22日 · Uromastyx lizards, those fascinating desert dwellers, sport incredibly distinctive tails covered in prominent, hardened scales that give them a spiky appearance. The primary reason for this formidable feature is defense.

These intriguing reptiles, known as uromastyx or spiny-tailed lizards, comprise about 18 species within the genus Uromastyx. You’ll find them basking in the sun across North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of South Asia. Each species has adapted to thrive in arid environments, from rocky deserts to semi-desert regions.