Cyrtopodion scabrum

The lizards color and ability to blend in with its environment The animal in question is a common domestic lizard. We often see such lizards around us, especially in the evening at night when they suddenly appear under the light wall the house. However, the picture is a little special because the lizard has blended in very beautifully with its surroundings. This is a wonderful example of our nature, where animals use various strategies to protect themselves.

The color of the lizard body and the spots on its back have blended in with the color of the wall behind it in such a way. This is natures camouflage natural defense strategy to blend in with the environment. Through this strategy, the lizard can avoid the eyes its enemies such as birds or large animals, and can also move secretly while catching prey.

The lizard body is gray and has black spots. These colors and spots usually blend in easily with the color the wall or stone. This allows the lizard to completely disappear in the surrounding environment.

Lizards are harmless and beneficial animals for humans. They eat small insects such mosquitoes flies ants etc. They help reduce insect infestations in the home. That why many people call lizards natural pest control. Although presence of lizards sometimes scares annoys people, they still play an important role in maintaining the balance the environment.

The lizard was photographed at night because its shadow and color became quite clear in the photo under the flash light. The lizard ability to hold on to the wall with the help its four legs and toes is very excellent. There are tiny suction cups pads under their feet, which help them stick any smooth rough surface wall. That is why the lizard can walk on walls ceilings and even upside down.

The eyes the lizard are quite large and sharp. This helps them move easily in the darkness of the night.Their tongue is quite sharp and fast, with which they catch insects.

The tail the lizard is also very important. In times danger, it can shed its tail to confuse the enemy. This process called autotomy Later, a new tail grows back.

Finally, it can be said that the lizard is an integral part our environment. Although they are small and often seem invisible, they play a significant role in maintaining the balance nature. Their behavior, body structure, and ability adapt their environment are a testament the amazing diversity our nature. The lizard in the picture reminds us how diverse and effective nature can be in shaping its creations.

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Location| Malaysia 🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾
Short by |@aburihan
Link to original community|
https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/284573096

Latitude Longitude Map|
https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=3.125902&mlon=101.504848#map=12/3.1259/101.5048