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Post by braided-rug on Mar 26, 2008 11:44:26 GMT 10
Well maybe it is. DH was weeding today and this is what he found when he went to tidy up the side at the front.  It is a blue-tongue lizard. Supposedly they keep away snakes, and so far we haven't seen any at this our current house. |
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Post by braided-rug on Apr 4, 2008 20:57:11 GMT 10
"Mistaken Identity The Blue-tongued Lizard is common in Canberra gardens and is recognised by a stout body, stumpy legs and fleshy, blue tongue. It is not venomous but is often killed in the mistaken belief it is a snake. Unfortunately, many are also badly injured or killed by dogs and cats. Bluetongued Lizards are an asset to any garden, as they feed on snails and other invertebrates. Several species of legless lizard, which are also harmless and look like snakes, also live in the ACT. Remember snakes and lizards are native wildlife and are protected by law in the ACT and throughout Australia." www.tams.act.gov.au/live/environment/wildlife/living_with_snakesMaybe that explains why you don't see them in highly populated areas? |
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