• How did the domino beetle get its name?
  The domino beetle is so-called because the white spots on its black ...

• What desert beast is known for its bad temper?
  Camels are well known for their bad temper and unpredictable ...

• Which creature seems to have two heads?
  The Australian shingleback lizard has a short, plump tail that acts ...

• What is a camel’s hump made of?
  A camel's hump does not contain water, as some people think. In fact, ...

• When does a squirrel look like an antelope?
  Antelope squirrels, of American deserts, use camouflage to hide from ...

• Why is the camel called the ship of the desert?
  Camels are strong, hardy beasts that have been domesticated (tamed) ...

• Which snake waits in the sand for its dinner?
  The sand viper, of North African and Arabian deserts, is light brown ...

• When is a gerbil relieved to lose its tail?
  Gerbils are mainly sandy-colored, so they blend in well with the ...

• Why would a lizard put up an umbrella?
  The Australian frilled lizard has a loose flap of skin around its ...

• What colors warn that the gila monster is poisonous?
  The poisonous gila monster lizard has orange-and-black stripes on its ...