I don’t know about you, but these lizards remind me of one of those little dinosaurs from Jurassic The frill-necked lizard, also called the frilled dragon, is known for the large ruff of skin which usually lies folded back against its head and neck. This frill is mainly used to ward of predators. Scientists have also claimed that the frill helps with thermoregulation. The frilled lizard is native to the deserts of Australia. As adults, these lizards can grow to be one a meter long with their frill being about a foot in diameter.
In a situation in which the frilled dragon feels endangered, it will puff up its frill which is made of bright orange and red colors to ward the predator off. If these tactics do not work, the frilled dragon will flee to a nearby tree. Normally, these creatures are quadrupedal, meaning they walk on four legs. However, when in danger they begin to sprint on two legs. Below is a video of a frilled dragon running (Please disregard the music!)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1zatX4z0PU
The frilled dragon may seem like a scary creature, but it would rather run away then attack you. So if anyone is planning on going to Austrailia, watch out for these freaky lizards!
Looks like something out of Jurassic Park
What I really want to know is why that lizard is looking so angry. Jeez, you would think he could be a little happier living down under. So entitled.