Some lizards can drop their tails to escape from danger. This is called autotomy.
Chameleons change color to help them stay warm, talk to each other, and hide from predators.
Geckos can climb walls and ceilings because of tiny hairs on their feet.
Most lizards can swim, and some, like the green basilisk lizard, can even run on water.
The Jaragua lizard is the smallest lizard in the world, growing up to only 1.6 centimeters.
The Komodo dragon is the biggest lizard, growing up to 2.6 meters long.
Lizards need sunlight to warm up because they can't control their own body temperature.
Lizards like to eat insects such as crickets, mealworms, and flies. Some also eat plants and fruits.
Some lizards can live for as long as 50 years.
Chameleons can move their eyes separately, allowing them to look in two different directions at the same time.