Species information
Mali Spiny-tailed Agama
Uromastyx maliensis
Common name
Mali Spiny-tailed Agama
Scientific name
Uromastyx maliensis
Family
Agamidae
Appearance
The mali spiny-tailed agama is a medium sized stout set lizard with a short bulky tail. The males of this species are a uniform black colour with a beautifully marked back of yellow with irregular dots and patches. Click here.
Locality
Northern Mali and Western Algeria.
Adult size
11-14inches.
Approx lifespan
Upto and possibly beyond 12years.
REcomended vivarium size
This is an active species and requires atleast a 3x2x2ft vivarium for a single adult.
Basic set up type
Hot desert (check temperature and weather patterns on the internet)
Diet
The Mali spiny-tailed Agama is a vegetarian species and should be fed greens and seeds.
Further reading
N/A
Navigation
