🌿Native Nature

Mexican Horned Lizard

Phrynosoma taurus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Phrynosomatidae ›Genus: Phrynosoma

About

The Mexican horned lizard (Phrynosoma taurus) is a horned lizard species native to Mexico. Horned lizards are sometimes referred to as "horned toads" or "horny toads", although they are not toads. Compared to other members of the horned lizards (genus Phrynosoma), little is known about this species.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Horned Lizard?
The scientific name of Mexican Horned Lizard is Phrynosoma taurus.
What is the conservation status of Mexican Horned Lizard?
The Mexican Horned Lizard has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Mexican Horned Lizard belong to?
Mexican Horned Lizard belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mexican Horned Lizard belong to?
Mexican Horned Lizard belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mexican Horned Lizard belong to?
Mexican Horned Lizard belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Mexican Horned Lizard belong to?
Mexican Horned Lizard belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Mexican Horned Lizard belong to?
Mexican Horned Lizard belongs to the family Phrynosomatidae.
What genus does Mexican Horned Lizard belong to?
Mexican Horned Lizard belongs to the genus Phrynosoma.