Definition & Meaning of "agamid"

What is an "agamid"?

Agamid, also known as agamid lizard, refers to any member of the family Agamidae, a diverse group of lizards found in various parts of the world. Agamids are known for their distinctive physical characteristics, such as slender bodies, long tails, and often colorful appearances. They exhibit a wide range of behaviors and adaptations, including climbing, burrowing, and even gliding in some species. Agamids occupy diverse habitats, including forests, grasslands, deserts, and rocky areas, and they play important ecological roles as both predators and prey.