Horvath's Toad Headed Agama
Phrynocephalus persicus
High risk of extinction in the wild
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Horvath's Toad Headed Agama
Phrynocephalus persicus, commonly known as the Persian toad-headed agama, is a small diurnal desert lizard of the family Agamidae. It is the westernmost representative of the Central Asian genus of toad-headed agamas Phrynocephalus and is only known from deserts and semideserts of Iran and possibly Azerbaijan.
Key Facts
- Vulnerable - facing a high risk of extinction.
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Horvath's Toad Headed Agama?
The scientific name of the Horvath's Toad Headed Agama is Phrynocephalus persicus.
Is the Horvath's Toad Headed Agama endangered?
The Horvath's Toad Headed Agama is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
How many Horvath's Toad Headed Agama sightings have been recorded?
57 observations of the Horvath's Toad Headed Agama have been recorded on iNaturalist.
