Tuatara

About Tuatara

This animal has a spiky crest running down its back. They look like lizards, but they have differently shaped backbones and skulls. Their teeth are also permanently attached to their jaws. They were once very common in New Zealand but they are one of the rarest animals ion the world.

they are nocturnal, hunting at night for bird eggs and small insects. 


Animal Facts

What is this animal's name?	Tuatara
What class is this animal assigned to?	Reptiles
What does this animal eat?	Bird eggs and insects
Where did this animal live?	New Zealand