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Well, it might just be a Texas horned lizard, a cool creature native to North America! Covered in sharp spines and adorned with two large horns on its head, this lizard looks like it jumped right out of a prehistoric picture book. Its flat body, often a mix of brown, gray, and red, is perfect for blending into its surroundings.  \nSpeaking of surroundings, Texas horned lizards have a pretty specific habitat where they feel right at home. These small, spiky fellows love to live in semi-arid regions, which means they're often found in places like Texas, Arizona, and Mexico. They enjoy the warmth and spend their days basking in the sun or burrowing in the sand. But when they're not lounging, they're hunting for yummy ants, their favorite food.  \nOh yes, these lizards are quite the ant eaters! In fact, they can eat a large number of ants in one day, sometimes up to 200! Harvester ants are their absolute favorite, but they'll also munch on beetles, spiders, and other small invertebrates if ants are in short supply. This specialized diet helps control ant populations, which is a neat way they interact with other animals.  \nNow, these little lizards aren't just fascinating to watch, they also have some amazing defense mechanisms against predators. When threatened, they can puff up their bodies to appear larger and more intimidating. Even more extraordinary, they can squirt a stream of blood from the corners of their eyes to scare off attackers! So, next time you see a Texas horned lizard, remember it's not just a mini dinosaur, but also a master of disguise and defense!  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What are the Texas horned lizards covered with?  \nA. They are covered with furry hair.  \nB. They are covered with shiny scales.  \nC. They are covered with soft feathers.  \nD. They are covered with sharp spines.  \n2) What can a Texas horned lizard do to scare off attackers?  \nA. Squirt a stream of blood from the B. Release a foul smelling odor corners of its eyes  \nC. Play dead D. Make a loud screeching noise 3) Where would you most likely NOT find a texas horned lizard?  \nA. Arizona B. Mexico C. New York D. Texas  \n4) What is the preferred food of a Texas horned lizard?  \nA. Grasshoppers B. Butterflies C. Earthworms D. Ants  \n5) Where do Texas horned lizards usually live?  \nA. In bodies of water like rivers and B. In semi-arid regions  \nlakes  \nC. In cold, snowy areas D. In tropical rainforests  \n6) What color is the Texas horned lizard?  \nA. They are often a mix of purple, pink, and black.  \nB. They are often a mix of yellow, orange, and brown.  \nC. They are often a mix of green, blue, and white.  \nD. They are often a mix of brown, gray, and red.  \n7) How many ants can a Texas horned lizard eat in one day?  \nA. They can eat up to 50 ants in one day.  \nB. They can eat up to 200 ants in one day.  \nC. They can eat up to 1000 ants in one day.  \nD. They can eat up to 500 ants in one day.  \n8) Which insect is the absolute favorite food of a Texas horned lizard?  \nA. Butterflies are their absolute favorite food.  \nB. Grasshoppers are their absolute favorite food  \nC. Harvester ants are their absolute favorite food.  \nD. Ladybugs are their absolute favorite food.  \n9) What do Texas horned lizards do during the day?  \nA. Climb trees and rest on branches B. Swim in rivers and ponds  \nC. Hide underground D. 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They also eat other small invertebrates like beetles and spiders when ants are limited.\"},{\"question\":\"How can a Texas horned lizard scare off attackers?\",\"answer\":\"When threatened, it can puff up its body to look larger and more intimidating. It can also squirt a stream of blood from the corners of its eyes.\"},{\"question\":\"Where would a Texas horned lizard most likely NOT be found?\",\"answer\":\"It would most likely NOT be found in a cold, snowy place or a rainforest; the questions specifically contrast Texas and Arizona/Mexico with New York.\"}]","Texas horned lizard - Reading comprehension questions | PDF",1790808746]