Zoology- Reptile Reproduction

  • Mate

    Mate

    Some male lizards may change color or dance to attrach the female.
  • Fertilization

    Fertilization

    The female lizard is fertilizited by the male.
  • Build a Nest

    Build a Nest

    Some female lizards dig holes or create a rock nest to lay their eggs in.
  • Lay Eggs

    Lay Eggs

    3-4 days after the egg is laid, it sets. Setting is when the embryo settles to the bottom of the egg with air space at the top.
  • Embryo Develops

    Embryo Develops

    It takes about 50-55 days for the eggs to fully develop and hatch.
  • Protection of Eggs

    Protection of Eggs

    The female will build the nest in an area hard for pretators to get to. Once the eggs are laid the females leaves them.
  • Development in the Egg

    Development in the Egg

    The size of the egg can tell what gender the baby lizard will be. A big egg contains a female, and a small egg contains a male.
  • Eggs Hatch

    Eggs Hatch

    When the lizards are born they are able to take care of themselves right away. They learn everything needed to survive on their own.

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