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Description
Arnott's False Dragon Captio arnottis

Like most False Dragons the Artnott's lacks true flight. Instead it is able to glide using the skin flaps that stretch between its fore and hind limbs. The long tail acts as a rudder and is also used to signal potential mates and ward of predators.

Despite their realatively small size the Arnott's has a fierce disposition. They will challange foes several times their own size. During the breeding season the males become highly territorial. Fights to the death have been recorded.

Unlike many of the False Dragons the Arnott's does not combustible chemicals for defence. This makes them slightly better for captivity as the False Dragons that produce such chemicals have a reputation of spontaneous combustion in terrariums.

Description
Arnott's False Dragon Captio arnottis

Like most False Dragons the Artnott's lacks true flight. Instead it is able to glide using the skin flaps that stretch between its fore and hind limbs. The long tail acts as a rudder and is also used to signal potential mates and ward of predators.

Despite their realatively small size the Arnott's has a fierce disposition. They will challange foes several times their own size. During the breeding season the males become highly territorial. Fights to the death have been recorded.

Unlike many of the False Dragons the Arnott's does not combustible chemicals for defence. This makes them slightly better for captivity as the False Dragons that produce such chemicals have a reputation of spontaneous combustion in terrariums.