21. Southwestern Center For Herpetological Research - Lizards Of The American Southw Southwestern Center for Herpetological Research Advancing knowledge and understanding of the herpetofauna of the American Southwest. http://southwesternherp.com/lizards/index.html

LIZARDS OF THE AMERICAN SOUTHWEST Below is a current list of the 169 species and subspecies of lizards that occur in the region that we have defined as being the American Southwest. Six (6) of these are introduced species. Our goal is to eventually provide one or more photographs for every species/subspecies. We also plan to eventually provide habitat photographs and range maps for as many species as possible along with the legal/protective status of each in the states where they occur within our region. To help maintain some degree of taxonomic stability and reduce confusion, we here at the Southwestern Center for Herpetological Research (SWCHR) have elected to take a conservative taxonomic approach when deciding which scientific and common names to utilize in this species listing. Please click here for an explanation of our philosophy regarding taxonomic issues. In cases where we feel that the current taxonomy of a species/subspecies is either controversial, or if we for any reason elected not to follow either Scientific and Standard English Names of Amphibians and reptiles of North America North of Mexico with Comments Regarding Confidence in Our Understanding , 6th Edition, 2008 by Brian I. Crother, et al or

22. ADW: Varanoidea: Pictures Superfamily Varanoidea (monitor lizards, earless monitor lizards, gila lizards, and snakes) http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/pictures/Varanoidea.html

Overview News Technology Conditions of Use ... Home Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Subphylum Vertebrata Class Reptilia Order Squamata Suborder Autarchoglossa Superfamily Varanoidea Superfamily Varanoidea (monitor lizards, earless monitor lizards, gila lizards, and snakes) Pictures Specimens Classification Acanthophis antarcticus file snake Acrochordus arafurae little file snake Acrochordus granulatus little file snake Acrochordus granulatus Javan wart snake Acrochordus javanicus Acutotyphlops subocularis copperhead Agkistrodon contortrix copperhead Agkistrodon contortrix copperhead Agkistrodon contortrix copperhead Agkistrodon contortrix copperhead Agkistrodon contortrix copperhead Agkistrodon contortrix copperhead Agkistrodon contortrix copperhead Agkistrodon contortrix copperhead Agkistrodon contortrix Home About Us Special Topics Teaching ... Structured Inquiry Search Citation:

23. Gila Monsters And Beaded Lizards Robert Applegate, Reptile Breeder. Gila Monsters and Beaded Lizards (escorpion) Published in the English Version of the Spanish Herp Magazine Reptilia Volume 7 (June 1999) http://www.applegatereptiles.com/articles/heloderma.html

Gila Monsters and Beaded Lizards (escorpion) Published in the English Version of the Spanish Herp Magazine "Reptilia" Volume 7 (June 1999) The horrible suspicious venomous lizards of the new world. A rough translation from latin of the word Heloderma would be stud or decorative nail skin. Horridum would be frightful or horrible, and suspectum would be suspicious or distrusted. With scientific names like these, it is no wonder that the Gila Monster (Heloderma suspectum) and its southern cousin the Beaded Lizard (Heloderma horridum) have inspired superstitions, legends, fears and intrigue. It has been believed that their breath was poisoness, that a nursing mother would lose her milk if a Gila Monster crossed her path, and if stepped on sores would develope all over the unfortunate persons body. There are many stories, legends, etc., in American Indian folklore involving the Gila Monster. The Gila Monster is found in the USA, southwestern states of Arizona, Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, and a small part of California. It ranges into Mexico south of Arizona down the Mexican West Coast until it meets and overlaps the range of the Beaded Lizard which continues south to Guatamala. There are no known intergrades where the two species overlap. Although locally scarce where human population has reduced their numbers, it is still common to see either in the more remote areas in their range. I have seen both crossing roads at night, but there is a seasonal varience in time of activity. Some recent research indicates Gila Monsters spend over 90% of their time underground.

24. Gila Monster: Definition From Answers.com n. A venomous lizard (Heloderma suspectum) of arid regions of the southwest United States and western Mexico, having black and orange or yellow scales. After the GILA RIVER http://www.answers.com/topic/gila-monster

25. Gila Monster (Heloderma Suspectum) - Reptiles Of Arizona DESCRIPTION A large (up to 356 mm or 14 from snout to vent) stout bodied lizard with a short, fat tail. The scales on the upper surfaces are hard, rounded, and beadlike. http://www.reptilesofaz.org/Lizards-Subpages/h-h-suspectum.html

Maricopa County, Arizona Banded. Arizona Reticulate. Arizona Arizona Santa Cruz Co., Arizona Santa Cruz Co., Arizona Maricopa Co., Arizona GILA MONSTER Heloderma suspectum Venomous DESCRIPTION: A large (up to 356 mm or 14" from snout to vent) stout bodied lizard with a short, fat tail. The scales on the upper surfaces are hard, rounded, and bead-like. The tongue is dark and forked. Markings consist of a pattern of black bands or reticulations on a peach, orange, yellow, or pink background. There are usually 3 to 5 black bands on the tail. The snout and sides of face are black. Animals from the northwestern part of Arizona are usually banded. Animals from the south-central and southeastern part of Arizona usually have a reticulated or mottled pattern. Young from all parts of the state are banded. DISTRIBUTION: The Gila Monster can be found across most of western and southern Arizona. Its range extends from the far northwestern corner of the state, down through our western deserts to Yuma, and eastward across nearly all of sub-Mogollon Rim southern Arizona. In our state it has been found at elevations ranging from just above sea level near Yuma to over 5,500'. HABITAT: Biotic communities ranging from Arizona's desertscrubs into the lower reaches of Great Basin Conifer Woodland and Madrean Evergreen Woodland are home to this lizard. It is most commonly found above the flats in rocky drainages and on rugged

26. Gila Monsters Captive care and breeding information. http://www.kingsnake.com/rockymountain/RMHPages/RMHgila.htm

Search the classifieds Home home kingsnake.com PetHobbyist AquariumHobbyist ... Music site Connect connect connect home log in post a status update ... find connections blogs blogs blogs home start a blog post to your blog ... search the blogs classifieds classifieds classifieds home purchase an account renew an account ... search the classifieds businesses businesses businesses home list your business business search ... - art, clothing and gifts photos photos photos home log in upload a photo ... frequently asked questions videos videos videos home submit a video Forums forums forums home log in search the forums ... forum help chat chat reptile and amphibian chat chat transcripts chat schedule features features auctions clubs and organizations coldblooded chronicles mail list ... more features... events events upcoming events submit an event events calendar ... meeting calendar laws laws law home legal alert mail list myaccount myaccount log in register already registered? ... Click here The Gila Monster ( Heloderma suspectum ) Captive Care and Breeding This article (slightly edited) appeared in the May/June 1998 issue of Reptile and Amphibian Magazine by Petra Spiess The gila monster ( Heloderma suspectum ) is one reptile that comes with its own mythos. This species has been widely feared in the southwest, and as a consequence, many interesting (often hilarious) myths have sprung up concerning this species, including the idea that their very breath is toxic! Gila monsters are one of only two venomous lizards in the world, the other being the closely related beaded lizards (

27. Lizard Behavior And Natural History This is the fun stuff pictures and videos that illustrate interesting behaviors and features of some of the lizards shown throughout this web site. http://www.californiaherps.com/behavior/lizardbehavior.html

/*********************************************** * Top Navigational Bar III v3.5 (By BrotherCake- brothercake.com) * Exclusive permission by Dynamicdrive.com to include script in archive * For this and 100's more DHTML scripts, visit http://www.dynamicdrive.com/ * This notice MUST stay intact for legal use ***********************************************/ Lizard Behavior and Natural History Click on a picture for a larger view Territorial Displays Male Combat Interactions Miscellaneous ... Global Travel This is the fun stuff - pictures and videos that illustrate interesting behaviors and features of some of the lizards shown throughout this web site. Follow the links on the name of each species to find more pictures and information about it. I will keep adding pictures as I get them. Territorial Displays Many male lizards stand up high on their legs and arch their back to show their territorial dominance to other lizards or to anyone who comes near them. Then they often raise and lower their body as if they are doing push-ups. This display shows off the bright coloring on their throats and sides, if they have it, and shows that they are in prime physical condition, and not to be messed with. Females also do push-ups. This short video shows some Yellow-backed Spiny Lizards in territorial poses and doing push-up displays.

28. Gila Lizard Poisoning Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatments And Causes - WrongDiagnosi Gila Lizard poisoning Gila lizards are one of the few venomous species of lizard. They are found in parts of America such as Arizona, California, Nevada and Mexico. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/g/gila_lizard_poisoning/intro.htm

29. Sherlockian Who's Who The Gila Lizards of the Arid and Repulsive Desert http://www.sh-whoswho.com/index.php?refsociety=418

30. Lizards Of Arizona Arizona Reptiles and Amphibians Conservation. Pictures and Information http://www.reptilesofaz.org/herp-lizards.html

All content on this website Website by Thomas C. Brennan Tom Brennan Lizards of Arizona - Order Squamata, Suborder Sauria Click on the name to see photographs and additional information. ANGUIDAE (glass and alligator lizards) Elgaria kingii Madrean Alligator Lizard EUBLEPHARIDAE Coleonyx variegatus Western Banded Gecko GEKKONIDAE Hemidactylus turcicus Mediterranean Gecko Non-Native HELODERMATIDAE (gila monsters) Heloderma suspectum Gila Monster IGUANIDAE Crotaphytinae (subfamily) Crotaphytus bicinctores Great Basin Collared Lizard Crotaphytus collaris Eastern Collared Lizard ... Long-nosed Leopard Lizard Iguaninae (subfamily) Ctenosaura sp. (hybrid) Spiny-tailed Iguana Non-Native Dipsosaurus dorsalis Desert Iguana Sauromalus ater Common Chuckwalla Phrynosomatinae (subfamily) Callisaurus draconoides Zebra-tailed Lizard Cophosaurus texanus Greater Earless Lizard ... Common Side-blotched Lizard SCINCIDAE (skinks) Plestiodon callicephalus Mountain Skink Plestiodon gilberti Gilbert's Skink ... Western Skink TEIIDAE (whiptails and tegus) Aspidoscelis arizonae Arizona Striped Whiptail Aspidoscelis burti Canyon Spotted Whiptail ... Red-backed Whiptail XANTUSIIDAE (night lizards) Xantusia arizonae Arizona Night Lizard Xantusia bezyi Bezy's Night Lizard ... Thomas C. Brennan

31. Barnhill Indian Traders >> Jack's Trading Post >> Pottery & Artifacts 10 x 14 1/2 With Two Spotted Frogs And Two Gila Lizards Modelled In Relief Alternating With Spread Wing Dragonflies Painted In Brown And Dark Orange Over A White Slip.Ca http://barnhillindiantraders.com/Pottery.html

1. Zuni Effigy Pot Price $ e-mail 47. Early Santa Clara 4" x 7" Signed Isabel Pena Price $6.500.00 48.Early Santa Clara 6" x 5 1/2" Signed Margaret Tafoya Price $10.000.00 20.Zuni Polychrome Jar. 7 1/2" x 8" Red and Brown on White Ca 1900 Price $3500.00 19.Prehistoric Redware 7" x 6" w/ Effigy Lizard Price $2500.00 49.Prehistoric Effigy Pottery 5" x 9" Moundbuilders price $750.00 18.Early Zuni Polychrome Jar Zuni 11" x 13"Circa 1900 Price $8000.00 17.Acoma Mesa Verde 11x14 Very Fine Piece Black on White Anasazi Culture Circa 1890 -1900 Price $12.000.00 Acoma Jar 12 1/2" x 16 1/2" black & orange on white Circa 1910 Price $8500.00 15.Early Santa Clara 12 1/2" x 18 1/2" With Bear paw Design Ca 1920 $8.000.00 14.Early Santa Clara Wedding Vase"9 1/2" x 12" Signed Lela Ca 1920 $8.500.00 13.Hopi Two Chambered Vessel 9 1/2" x 5 Circa 1900 Price 2.500.00 50.Anasazi Handled Vessel 6 1/2" x 8" Price $800.00

32. Handbook Of Clinical Toxicology Of Animal Venoms And Poisons discussions on shellfish poisoning, ciguatera, fugu, coelenterates, stingrays, venous fish, blueringed octopus, sea-snakes, scorpions, spiders, insects, and gila lizards. http://www.floridaplants.com/CR/venoms.htm

Secure Online Transactions 24 hours a day Fax or Phone order Toll Free in the continental U.S. Handbook of Clinical Toxicology of Animal Venoms and Poisons Editors - Jürg Meier, University of Basel, Switzerland and Julian White, State Toxicology Services, South Australia , University of Adelaide Medical School, State Poisons Information Center, South Australia, Australia The Handbook of Clinical Toxicology of Animal Venoms is the first concise, one-volume book devoted to this important subject. The editors are internationally recognized authorities in the biology and clinical aspects of venomous and poisonous animals, and the chapter authors are world leaders in their respective fields of toxicology. All aspects of the topic are covered including information on the biology and taxonomy of poisonous animals, their venom or poison, diagnosis, and general treatment principles and specific treatment. The most up-to-date list of available antivenoms is provided. Coverage of venomous and poisonous animals is comprehensive, with thorough discussions on shellfish poisoning, ciguatera, fugu, coelenterates, stingrays, venous fish, blue-ringed octopus, sea-snakes, scorpions, spiders, insects, and gila lizards. Individual chapters focus on snakes and snakebite in Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, North America, Central America, and South America. Nearly all clinical chapters have been written by clinicians with extensive experience treating the particular type of animal envenoming or poisoning under consideration.

33. African Lions - Gila Monster In cold winter months, when there is limited food supply and when these lizards hibernate, Gila lizards benefit from the fat stored in their tails. http://www.absolutepredator.com/Gila-Monster.html

Gila Monster For a reptile with such a frightening name, Gila Monster isn't what you would imagine. There is more to this lizard than its reputation suggests. Gila Monster Origins Like other lizards, Gila Monsters have origins that can be traced to thousands of years in the past. These particular lizards however seem to retain features that are similar to their early ancestors. We are in effect able to view what an ancient species of lizard from the genus Heloderma would look like. the Gila Monster derives its name from the Gila River of Arizona. Aside from this part of the U.S. these lizards can also be found in other southwestern U.S. regions as well as in northern Mexico. The most likely origin for its reputation is its venomous trait. The Gila Monster species holds the distinction of being one of only two known venomous lizard species. The other venomous lizard is its relative, the beaded lizard Gila Monster Traits The Gila Monster is considered the largest American lizard. They are however, considerably smaller than the gigantic komodo dragons. A Gila Monster can grow no bigger than a little over two feet. For their size and weight of about three pounds, they look a bit stout. A Gila Monster is easily recognizable by its short fat tail that cannot grow back when cut and its colorful scales. Its scales can come in yellow, black, pink and orange with older lizards showing lighter colors. There are two main types of Gila lizards. One type has a more solid band of light scales. The other type has a reticulated scale pattern which means its black scales interrupt its light colored scales.

34. American Orient Express Here we become familiar with the desert's unique flora and fauna, including barrel cactus with bright yellow blooms, speedy road runners and Gila lizards. http://american-orient-express-train.com/copper-canyon.shtml

Home Page The Experience The Trips The Dining ... Contact Us Prices A rail exploration through Spanish colonial settlements, cactus deserts and seaside villages to the world's most beautiful rail route - the Copper Canyon . . . Contact Us For Trip Dates Features Overnight at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort with welcome cocktail reception and private dinner on the first night 6 nights on board the American Orient Express 7 dinners with complimentary wine, 6 lunches, 7 full American breakfasts and optional continental breakfasts Non-alcoholic beverages Professionally guided tours of Tucson, San Carlos, Alamos, El Fuerte, Divisadero and Chihuahua Comprehensive lecture series Live piano music nightly Personal Service by rail car attendant Farewell cocktail reception Itinerary Day 1 - Tucson, Arizona We meet at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in the early evening for our private reception, with welcome margaritas and dinner. Tonight we overnight at the resort. Day 2 - Tucson / Board the American Orient Express / Nogales, Mexico Our journey south begins with tours through Saguaro National Park and the world-famous Sonora Desert Museum, on the outskirts of Tucson. Here we become familiar with the desert's unique flora and fauna, including barrel cactus with bright yellow blooms, speedy road runners and Gila lizards. We lunch at the museum, and then embark on a scenic ride through pecan and almond groves to Nogales, where we board the train.

35. The History Of Monitor Lizards According to the available evidence monitor lizards and their close relatives the heloderms (Gila lizards) and lanthonotids (earless monitors) probably originated in http://www.cartage.org.lb/en/themes/Sciences/Paleontology/Paleozoology/Fossilver

Themes Science Paleontology / Paleozoology Paleozoology ... Fossil vertebrata The History of Monitor Lizards by Daniel Bennett As the monitors spread across the Earth experiencing different habitats and climates they diversified. Over many millions of years this process has resulted in the emergence of at least seventy or eighty (probably many thousands of) species. Some of them appeared to have died out quickly, whilst other, apparently ancient, species have survived until the present. Many monitor lizards appear to have evolved comparatively recently. It would be nice to know where the monitor lizards first came from, what the early species looked like, how they behaved and why they died out. According to the available evidence monitor lizards and their close relatives the heloderms (Gila lizards) and lanthonotids (earless monitors) probably originated in northern Asia at least 90 million years ago (Pregill et al 1986). At this time the reign of the dinosaurs was coming to an end and flowers had begun to cover the Earth. The oldest monitor lizards known are from Mongolia: Telmasaurus grangeri, Saniwides mongoliensis and Estesia mongoliensis. All of them must have been quite similar to modern monitor lizards in appearance, but the latter possessed grooved teeth which probably transmitted venom in the same manner as modern-day Gila monsters (Pregill et al 1986, Norell et al 1992). The exact relationship between these lizards and the modern heloderms and varanids is not clear.

36. Mexican Beaded Lizard Poisoning Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatments And Causes - Wro Mexican Beaded Lizard poisoning Gila lizards are one of the few venomous species of lizard. They are found in parts of America such as Arizona, California, Nevada and Mexico. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/m/mexican_beaded_lizard_poisoning/intro.htm

37. Byetta The original molecule that formed the basis for designing Byetta was found in the spit of Gila Lizards, hence Byetta's nickname of Lizard Spit. http://www.phlaunt.com/diabetes/18538438.php

38. Momix_en visual fantasy and imaginative props illustrate the sights and sounds of the Arizona desert huge cactuses hosting gravity-defying hammocks, giant gila lizards and tiny http://www.volos-m.gr/mun/cemth/new/fest2001/momix_en.htm

January 4, 5, 2002 Volos Municipal Theatre Momix "Opus Cactus" Two-act dance-theatre show incorporating acrobatics, props, music, visual wit and fantasy Conceived and directed by: Moses Pendleton Lighting design: Joshua Starbuck Puppet design: Michael Curry Sculpture design: Alan Boeding Costume design: Phoebe Katzin Cactus design: Susan Becker Aziz Choreography of opening solo and Fire Dance by: Brian Sanders Dancers: Danielle Arico, Kori Darling, Anthony Heinl, Michael Holdsworth, Eric Jeffers, Pi Keohavong, Suzanne Lampl, Kara Oculato, Penny Saunders, Brian Simerson The internationally acclaimed Connecticut - based company, founded in 1981 by dancer - choreographer Moses Pendleton, returns to Greece with a brand-new work entitled "Opus Cactus". Its 20 - odd sections - all effortlessly combining acrobatic graciousness and dexterity with boundless visual fantasy and imaginative props - illustrate the sights and sounds of the Arizona desert: huge cactuses hosting gravity-defying hammocks, giant gila lizards and tiny desert wrens portrayed by humans along with a truly classy fan dance are among the challenging creations to grace the stage in a performance that translates immediately into yet another winning addition to the company’s repertoire. The show premiered last February at the New York Joyce Theatre. MANICIPALITY OF VOLOS CENTRE FOR MUSIC THEATRE MINISTRY OF CULTURE

39. Venomous Lizards According to Arizona state law to harass, harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture, or collect Gila lizards. Venomous lizards are bred in captivity and available on http://www.aquaticcommunity.com/lizards/Venomous/

Venomous Lizards Tropical Fish Marine Fish Pet Birds Dogs ... Wildlife Venomous Lizards Gila Monster Venomous Lizards Information There are two known species of venomous lizards: the Gila monster and the Mexican Beaded lizard, but researchers believe that there might be more venomous lizard species waiting to be discovered in the wild. Both known venomous lizard species are carnivores and belong to the genus Helodermatidae. They are found in the south-western states of USA and in Mexico. Venomous lizards are generally not recommended as pets due to their aggressive and venomous nature and should only pet kept by experienced keepers. The Gila monster is listed as an endangered species in the US and Mexico. According to Arizona state law to harass, harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture, or collect Gila lizards. Venomous lizards are bred in captivity and available on the market. They are usually quite expensive. Make sure to check local law before getting a venomous lizard as they require licenses in many areas. Venomous lizards belong in the family Helodermatidae. They are the only living relatives to the lizard group Monstersauria.

40. Re: What's The Minimum Size Camera Optics For Good Photos Of The Base? for overnight campouts on top the peak at night, are there lots of critters crawling around? like scorpions, gila lizards, etc? or is the peak too high for these guys? http://www.dreamlandresort.com/forum/messages/24434.html

Re: what's the minimum size camera optics for good photos of the base? Post a Reply Discussion Forum Index FAQ Message posted by psiuh88 on December 13, 2007 at 14:50:58 PST: thanks another question off this topic but one I have not seen covered before - for overnight campouts on top the peak at night, are there lots of critters crawling around? like scorpions, gila lizards, etc? or is the peak too high for these guys? In Reply to: Re: what's the minimum size camera optics for good photos of the base? posted by Joerg (Webmaster) on December 13, 2007 at 7:33:48 PST: Replies: Re: what's the minimum size camera optics for good photos of the base? Joerg (Webmaster) 12/13/2007, 15:27:02 PST Post a Reply (*) are required fields Name (*): E-Mail: Password (*): Subject (*): Message (*): Optional information: Link URL: Link Title: Image URL: Discussion Forum Index FAQ

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