An Unexpected Reaction from the Vet
At the sight of the creature, the vet had a surprising reaction: he backed away abruptly, visibly terrified. After making an urgent call, he explained to the family that this lizard had no business being in the area and was well beyond his expertise.
He asked Milly’s father two troubling questions, suggesting that the animal could be potentially dangerous. While waiting for specialists to arrive, the vet requested that the creature be kept safe.
What had Milly discovered?
The mystery surrounding the creature only increased Milly’s curiosity. Was it a rare lizard, an accidentally introduced exotic species, or something even more mysterious? As she cautiously approached, she noticed shimmering black scales and an almost regal appearance. After some research, the verdict was in: it was a Cordylus niger, a rare and potentially dangerous species. Native to the rocky terrain of South Africa, this lizard, nicknamed the “cliff dragon,” was known for its fierce defenses and unpredictable behavior.
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