Draco cornutus explained

Draco cornutus is a species of "flying dragon", an agamid lizard. It is endemic to Borneo. It occurs at elevations up to 700m (2,300feet) above sea level, although its distribution is poorly known.

Description

The color of the gliding membrane, or patagia, of Draco cornutus depends on the habitat; populations of these lizards have adapted over time to match the color of local falling leaves. This adaptation provides them with camouflage from potential avian predators.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Klomp. D. A.. Stuart-Fox. D.. Das. I.. Ord. T. J.. 2014-12-31. Marked colour divergence in the gliding membranes of a tropical lizard mirrors population differences in the colour of falling leaves. Biology Letters. en. 10. 12. 20140776. 10.1098/rsbl.2014.0776. 1744-9561. 4298188. 25540157.