Squamata Collection (page 18)

Profile of a Green Iguana (Iguana iguana) with colorful scales and facial detail. Costa Rica

Python from Malaysia and Indonesia

Lizard skeleton

Dissected lizard with intestines revealed, view from below

Green cat snake, Boiga cyanea, camouflaged in tree

Side view of upper torso of Madagascar Day Gecko, Phelsuma madagascariensis, licking its lips

Gaboon Viper partly camouflaged by leaves, showing the large, keeled scales enhanced by their soft pastel shades. The head is broad, widening behind the eyes with two horns at the tip of the snout

Fringe-Toed Lizard, Uma notata, with head raised

Overhead view of a coiled Burmese Python showing the rich skin colours and distinctive pattern

Young lizard (Lacertilia) with its jaws open, side view

A Green Anaconda (Eunectes murinus) curled up, view from above

Bairds Ratsnake (Pantherophis bairdi) slithering, high angle view

Aesculapian Snake (Elaphe longissima) hunting bird in tree, illustration
Zoology - Scaled reptiles - Colubridae - Aesculapian Snake (Elaphe longissima) hunting bird in tree, illustration

Ruin Lizard (Podarcis sicula), illustration
Zoology - Reptiles - Ruin Lizard (Lacerta sicula coerulea), illustration

Tokay Gecko (Gekko gecko) and Western Green Lizard (Lacerta bilineata), illustration
Zoology - Reptiles - Tokay Gecko (Gekko gecko) and Western Green Lizard (Lacerta bilineata), illustration

Overhead view of a coiled Burmese Python, Python molurus, showing the rich skin colours and distinctive pattern

A slithering viper with dark red markings, Boa constrictor

Overhead view of a Grass Snake, identifiable by the distinctive orange collar and pair of black crescents immediately behind it

Sand Viper (Cerastes cerastes gasperetti) curled in the sand, overhead view

Cooks Tree Boa (Corallus cookii) coiled around tree trunk, low angle view

Common Boa coiled around a branch, showing its narrow head and square-off snout, an eye, and body markings including the saddles on the tail which are dark red

Pueblan Milk Snakes entwined in a mating pose

Overhead view of a partially coiled Western Diamondback Rattlesnake with the rattle raised, and a visible forked tongue. The heat pits are also visible on the head

Head shot of a Green Anaconda snake with a thick, powerful neck merging with the head. A dark stripe passes from the eye to the angle of the jaw and the eyes are set towards the top of the head

Head of a ratsnake, with its tongue out and tasting the air, emerging from an egg

Singapore, Jurong Reptile Park, green Iguana balancing on tree trunk, long toes spreading, scaled skin, spiny crest on back, side view

Common Iguana (Iguana iguana), long pointy tail curled inward, elevated view

Worm lizard (Amphisbaena fuliginosa) showing distinctive black and white pattern, view from above

Coiled Corn Snake or Red Rat Snake (Elaphe guttata)

Head of Amazon Tree Boa (corallus hortulanus) with its tongue out, close up

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, Crotalus atrox, coiled up brown / yellow rattle snake
Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, Crotalus atrox, coiled up brown/yellow rattle snake

Boa Constrictor (Constrictor constrictor) curled up eating rodent

Plumed Basilisk (Basiliscus plumifrons), lizard with very long slender tail, overhead view

Slow Worm, tough scaled skin, long thin body, slithering in flowers

Madagascan Day Gecko, Phelsuma madagascariensis, climbing on branch, front shot

Red-tailed Racer (Gonyosoma oxycephala) with its tail coiled around rock, slithering in the air and sticking out its tongue, front view

Gecko in the sand

Common Boa beginning to swallow a rat. Part of the body, tail and feet of the rat are visible, the rest of the rat is in the jaws of the snake

Red snake with black and gold hoops shedding its skin

Young, dark-grey Common Ratsnake (Elaphe obsoleta) curled up with its tongue out

Overhead view of a Dumerils Boa showing the scales of this adult snake and unique markings including the saddles along the midline forming perfect ovals in places and halves of the saddles

Madagascan Chameleon

Over head view of entwined, mating Californian Mountain King Snakes

Overhead view of a Mangrove Snake with shiny scales, mainly black with yellow spotting. The head is spade-shaped and very distinct from the slender neck. The top of the head has no markings

Close-up of the head of an Amazon Tree Boa showing the heat pits which are located between the scales edging the mouth. The eye is also visible

Side view of the pear-shaped head of a Green Cat-Eyed Snake which has large scales covering the top of the head, and huge eyes with vertical pupils identifying it as a nocturnal hunter

Head of Blood Python (Python curtus brongersmai), close up

Red-tailed Green Ratsnake (Gonyosoma oxycephalum) slithering with its tail coiled around rock, front view

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"Squamata: Exploring the Diverse World of Reptiles" Discover the fascinating world of Squamata, a diverse group of reptiles that includes some of nature's most intriguing creatures. From the mighty Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) found in Rinca Island, within Indonesia's breathtaking Komodo National Park, to the elusive Short-nosed vine snake (Ahaetulla prasina), these reptiles captivate us with their unique characteristics. Behold the majestic flying gecko (Ptychozoon kohli), gracefully gliding through the air with its remarkable membrane-covered wings. Marvel at the spiny lizard (Sceloporus asper), adorned with sharp scales for protection and blending seamlessly into its surroundings. Delve into history and encounter ancient marine reptiles like Mosasaur: Platycarpus ictericus, reminding us of Earth's prehistoric past. Witness an incredible display of defense mechanisms as a member ejects an intruder from its territory. Experience awe-inspiring moments underwater as Marine iguanas (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) swim effortlessly around Fernandina Island in Galapagos, showcasing their adaptability to both land and sea. As day turns to dusk, admire silhouettes against vibrant sunsets - Marine iguanas casting enchanting shadows at Punta Vicente Roca. Encounter danger personified in Malaysia's King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) poised in a striking pose while Bungarus fasciatus, also known as Banded Krait, reminds us of nature's delicate balance between beauty and venomous power. Immerse yourself in this captivating realm where John Reeves' Zoology Collection showcases Plate 102 – a testament to human fascination with Squamata throughout history. Explore their intricate biology, mesmerizing behaviors, and stunning adaptations that have allowed them to thrive in diverse habitats across the globe.