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Shovel Snouted Collection

In the vast expanse of the Namib Desert in Africa, a remarkable creature known as the shovel-snouted lizard thrives. Picture No

Background imageShovel Snouted Collection: Shovel Snouted Lizard - Full body portrait sitting on dune sand - Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa

Shovel Snouted Lizard - Full body portrait sitting on dune sand - Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa
KAT-511 Shovel Snouted Lizard - Full body portrait sitting on dune sand Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa Meroles anchietae Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Background imageShovel Snouted Collection: Picture No. 10983613

Picture No. 10983613
Shovel-snouted Lizard Namib Desert, Namibia, Africa (Meroles anchietae) Date:

Background imageShovel Snouted Collection: Shovel-snouted Lizard (Meroles anchietae) adult, with mouth open, standing on sand dune in desert

Shovel-snouted Lizard (Meroles anchietae) adult, with mouth open, standing on sand dune in desert, Namib Desert, Namibia, February

Background imageShovel Snouted Collection: Mottled Shovel-nosed Frog (Hemisus marmoratus) adult, sitting on soil, Tanzania

Mottled Shovel-nosed Frog (Hemisus marmoratus) adult, sitting on soil, Tanzania

Background imageShovel Snouted Collection: Sand diver lizard / Shovel-snouted lizard - on the coastal dunes of Namibia

Sand diver lizard / Shovel-snouted lizard - on the coastal dunes of Namibia
ROG-12911 Sand diver lizard / Shovel-snouted lizard - on the coastal dunes of Namibia. Meroles anchiatae Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageShovel Snouted Collection: Shovel Snouted Lizard - Showing the rear foot with its long claws - Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa

Shovel Snouted Lizard - Showing the rear foot with its long claws - Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa
KAT-513 Shovel Snouted Lizard - Showing the rear foot with its long claws Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa Meroles anchietae Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Background imageShovel Snouted Collection: Shovel Snouted Lizard - Close up of a rear foot - perfect for running over soft sand

Shovel Snouted Lizard - Close up of a rear foot - perfect for running over soft sand
KAT-512 Shovel Snouted Lizard - Close up of a rear foot - perfect for running over soft sand and burying into soft sand Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa Meroles anchietae Karl Terblanche Please note

Background imageShovel Snouted Collection: Shovel Snouted Lizard - Portrait of Head and front limbs - Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa

Shovel Snouted Lizard - Portrait of Head and front limbs - Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa
KAT-510 Shovel Snouted Lizard - Portrait of Head and front limbs Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa Meroles anchietae Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageShovel Snouted Collection: Shovel Snouted Lizard - Full body portrait with the head turned side ways - Namib Desert - Namibia

Shovel Snouted Lizard - Full body portrait with the head turned side ways - Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa
KAT-509 Shovel Snouted Lizard - Full body portrait with the head turned side ways Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa Meroles anchietae Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display

Background imageShovel Snouted Collection: Shovel Snouted Lizard - Shown in its natural habitat of the dunes - Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa

Shovel Snouted Lizard - Shown in its natural habitat of the dunes - Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa
KAT-493 Shovel Snouted Lizard - Shown in its natural habitat of the dunes Namib Desert - Namibia - Africa Meroles anchietae Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes


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In the vast expanse of the Namib Desert in Africa, a remarkable creature known as the shovel-snouted lizard thrives. Picture No. 10983613 captures this unique reptile in all its glory, sitting proudly on dune sand, its full body portrait showcasing its distinctive features. A close-up shot reveals the intricate details of its hind foot, adorned with fringed toes that aid in traversing the sandy terrain. With each step it takes on the desert's shifting sands, this shovel-snouted lizard demonstrates its remarkable adaptation to survive in such harsh conditions. With mouth agape and standing tall on another sand dune, this adult lizard displays an air of confidence and resilience. Its open mouth serves not only for respiration but also as a means to regulate body temperature amidst scorching temperatures. Not far from these arid landscapes lies Tanzania, where another fascinating species called the mottled shovel-nosed frog can be found. Sitting gracefully on soil, this adult amphibian showcases nature's diversity within these unforgiving environments. Returning to Namibia's coastal dunes once more, we encounter yet another glimpse of the shovel-snouted lizard - a true sand diver adept at navigating through soft sands effortlessly. This resilient creature is perfectly adapted for life in these challenging surroundings. The rear foot of this extraordinary reptile deserves special attention; long claws enable it to run swiftly over soft sand while also facilitating burrowing into their preferred habitat - soft sand itself. These adaptations are essential for survival in an environment where camouflage and agility are paramount. A closer look at our subject's head and front limbs reveals intricate patterns and textures that make up its unique appearance. The portrait captures both elegance and strength as it gazes out onto endless horizons under a blazing sun. Finally, we witness a captivating moment when our shovel-snouted friend turns its head sideways during a full-body portrait session against the backdrop of towering dunes.