Agama Mwanza: Spider-Man of the Reptile World. The lizard that drives comic book fans crazy (8 photos)

We've all heard about New York's friendly neighbor who races from building to building on a spider's web in red and blue tights. I don't think anyone will be surprised if I say that he has fans in Africa. And not only among people, but also among reptiles!





If you attend a gathering of comic book lovers with Agama Mwanza, you will immediately become the hero of the evening. This lizard is the best Spider-Man cosplayer in cold-blooded history. The reptile has a red and blue suit and a toned body 30 centimeters long.



The animal also knows how to get into pretentious superhero poses.

True, only guys of this species are fans of Spider-Man. Ladies are indifferent to comic book culture; they prefer modest outfits in brown and gray tones.





A unique reptile has settled in Africa - Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda. Of course, there are no skyscrapers there, but this does not stop the animal from copying Spiderman. Instead of high-rise buildings, the lizard rushes along steep cliffs in search of the warmest place. It is precisely by warming up the belly that agamas spend most of their time, because excessive heroism is harmful to health.



To be honest, the agama resembles a superhero only in appearance. In case of the slightest danger, the red-blue lizard hurries as fast as he can... to retreat. Having climbed into the crevices of the rocks, it quickly changes its daring war coloring to a modest camouflage. Better cowardly and alive than brave and dead.



Males display bright colors demonstratively to mark their territories in front of other males of the species.

But for the locals, Agama Mwanza is, if not a hero, then certainly a helper. The reptile's menu consists of pests: locusts, grasshoppers and ants. True, in the semi-deserts where the lizard lives, it’s difficult even with them. Therefore, each reptile has its own area. The principle of dividing territories is simple - the stronger you are, the more fertile land you will get.



In addition to living space and hunting grounds, girlfriends are attached to the property. Male agamas do not skimp on one single Mary Jane. Around them they gather a whole harem of ardent fans. When it's time for love, the scaly Spiderman dances seductively around each of the ladies.



The result is 3-6 eggs in a leathery shell. The females wall them up in a warm place and leave. Future lizards will begin their heroic journey without the help of moms and dads.



Like other agamas, this lizard can become your neighbor. Moreover, in Europe and America she is wildly popular because of her superhero color. Moreover, agamas are unpretentious to the conditions, and quickly get used to the owner. Often they themselves climb onto their warm leathery branch. So if you've ever wanted your own Spiderman, but kidnapping the actor hasn't worked out for you, there's a way out!