Get the low down (under) with these amazing Aussie reptiles!

Black-headed Python

The slithering python feeds on small lizards and other snakes. Though it’s not venomous, it kills its victims by constriction. Talk about a tight squeeze!

Frilled Lizard

This reptile has a frill of skin that normally hangs around the animal’s neck and shoulders. When threatened by a bird of prey, it raises its frill, which makes its head look five times bigger. The lizard also opens its mouth wide and hisses, scaring off the predator.

Saltwater Crocodile

As the largest reptile in the world, the saltwater croc can grow up to 28 feet long—almost four times as tall as Shaquille O’Neal.

Northern Leaf-Tailed Gecko

This gecko lives in the tropical forests of Australia. To hide from hungry predators, its body is camouflaged to look like the bark of a tree. Plus, this lizard can regenerate its limbs when needed. That means if it loses its tail, it can grow a new one.

Thorny Devil

The thorny devil makes its home in the Australian desert. It moves very slowly and can’t run from its enemies. To keep from being eaten, the reptile relies on sharp spines that cover its entire body.

Queensland Cane Toad

This toad was introduced to Australia to eat insect pests that were attacking the sugar cane crop. In fact, this scavenger will eat just about anything it can swallow. Open wide!