Frill-Necked Lizard
By RasmaSandra
@RasmaSandra (95254)
Daytona Beach, Florida
March 3, 2026 4:48pm CST
Would you be afraid if this lizard crossed your path? These lizards are known for their dramatic neck frills, which make them look like butterfly wings were attached to either side of their necks. These are native to Australia and have the ability to run on their hind legs. They love to bask in the sun and hunt for insects.
Frill-necked lizards can be relatively friendly and docile. They typically tolerate moderate handling and may even perch on a person's shoulder to observe their surroundings.
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@RasmaSandra (95254)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
4 Mar
@JudyEv I could use one to amuse me
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@JudyEv (374148)
• Rockingham, Australia
5 Mar
@RasmaSandra There is a clip by the National Geographic and the lizard seems to attack the camera before chasing the cameraman. The link is very long to put here so probably best to just search for it if you'd like to watch it.
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@RasmaSandra (95254)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
3 Mar
@Ineeddentures that is odd because the photo is there i can see it,
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@RasmaSandra (95254)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
4 Mar
@Ineeddentures yeah, wish I could have one for a friend
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@toniganzon (74548)
• Philippines
4 Mar
@RasmaSandra they do look like little dinosaurs.
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@RasmaSandra (95254)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
3 Mar
@toniganzon I think it looks cute
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@DaddyEvil (169860)
• United States
3 Mar
He reminds me of the Jurassic Park lizard that spits venom!
No, I wouldn't worry about meeting him. I already know lizards are usually shy and stay away from most people.
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@DaddyEvil (169860)
• United States
5 Mar
@RasmaSandra We have palm sized lizards here but they run as soon as they see a person. The little ones will come out and watch you if you sit quietly enough. If I'm reading outside, sometimes one crawls up on the porch railing beside me as long as I don't move.
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@RasmaSandra (95254)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
4 Mar
@DaddyEvil all we have here are the very tine lizards that hop about
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@RasmaSandra (95254)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
4 Mar
@LindaOHio I would not mind having one
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@LindaOHio (216279)
• United States
5 Mar
@RasmaSandra I didn't realize they were friendly and docile.
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@dgobucks226 (37498)
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8 Mar
Looks like the lizard is wearing a cape, lol. Australia is home to some incredible wildlife both on land and sea!
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@RasmaSandra (95254)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
4 Mar
@wolfgirl569 I could just imagine your critters running after one
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@RasmaSandra (95254)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
3 Mar
@DianneN I often see the tiny ones that jump all over the place, I want a handsome fellow like the one in the photo,
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@Deepizzaguy (119128)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
3 Mar
I would be sacred seeing the lizard for the first time.
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@RasmaSandra (95254)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
3 Mar
@Deepizzaguy of course at first he can look pretty alarming.
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@RasmaSandra (95254)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
4 Mar
@Ronrybs I would not mind having this fellow eat up all the bugs that crawl or fly into my apartment
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