Squamata - Alchetron, The Free Social Encyclopedia

Lizards are a diverse group of reptiles belonging to the order Squamata, which also includes snakes. With origins tracing back over 200 million years, lizards are among the most ancient creatures, having evolved during the Triassic period. They emerged from early reptiles and adapted to a variety of environments, contributing to their vast diversity today, with over 6,000 known species. Lizards are found on every continent except Antarctica, thriving in habitats ranging from deserts and forests

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