Draco Lizards: Adaptations and Behaviors

The video discusses the behavior of male lizards as they establish territories and attract females by displaying their skin flaps. It also highlights the presence of predators like snakes in the branches. Additionally, it explains how Draco lizards have adapted to glide through the air using their side flaps, allowing them to steer and land on chosen tree trunks.

How do male lizards attract females and deter rivals?

• By building nests

• By making loud noises

• By flashing their dewlaps and spreading colored skin flaps

• By changing their skin color

What is a significant threat to lizards living in the branches?

• Birds

• Insects

• Snakes

• Other lizards

What unique adaptation do Draco lizards have for moving between trees?

• They climb using suction pads

• They glide using their side flaps

• They use their tails to swing

• They can jump long distances

How do Draco lizards control their movement while gliding?

• By flapping their wings

• By steering with their tails

• By adjusting their elongated ribs

• By using wind currents

What is the primary purpose of the Draco lizard's side flaps?

• To attract mates

• To camouflage with the environment

• To glide through the air

• To store food