Regal Horned Lizard - How Coyote Got His Name!

Coyote Peterson introduces the regal horned lizard, his favorite species in the Sonoran Desert. He shares childhood stories of chasing roadrunners to find these lizards, earning the nickname 'Coyote.' The video describes the lizard's physical traits, such as cryptic colors and spikes, and highlights its unique defense mechanism of squirting blood from its eyes. Peterson emphasizes that horned lizards are safe to handle, non-venomous, and can be admired and released back into the wild.

What was the narrator's childhood theory about finding horned lizards?

• Horned lizards were found in trees.

• Chasing roadrunners would lead to finding horned lizards.

• Horned lizards could be found near water sources.

• Horned lizards were attracted to bright colors.

What is a notable feature of the regal horned lizard's appearance?

• Long, slender tails

• Bright, colorful scales

• Large, webbed feet

• Short, stubby tails with spikes

How does the regal horned lizard defend itself from predators?

• By squirting blood from its eyes

• By releasing a foul odor

• By camouflaging with the environment

• By making loud noises

What happens when a predator sniffs a horned lizard?

• The lizard squirts blood from its eyes.

• The lizard bites the predator.

• The lizard runs away quickly.

• The lizard changes color.

Why is the horned lizard considered safe to handle?

• It is always found in groups.

• It has no natural predators.

• It is very slow and easy to catch.

• It is not venomous and does not bite.