1. They're not Lizards! Despite their name, glass lizards are actually legless lizards, closely related to snakes. This is why they are often mistaken for snakes! They lack external ears and eyelids, and their bodies are very long and slender.
2. They're Fragile, but Not Made of Glass! Their name comes from their ability to break off their tails when threatened. This is called autotomy, and it's a defense mechanism that allows them to escape predators. The broken tail wriggles, distracting the predator while the lizard escapes. However, their tails are not made of glass, but rather bone.
3. They're Good at Hiding! Glass lizards are masters of camouflage, blending in with their surroundings to avoid predators. They often live under logs, rocks, or in loose soil, making them difficult to find.
4. They're Carnivores! These lizards are carnivorous, feeding primarily on insects and other invertebrates. They are also known to eat small reptiles and amphibians.
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