In addition to covering morphology, range, unique adaptations, activity patterns food & metabolism, and intraspecific interactions, this this site examines several interesting superstitions and fables related to the gila monster.

Click-through facts-and-photo file about Gila monster characteristics, diet, and habitat. Includes a map of the country that pinpoints its range and a video that shows these poisonous lizards in action.

Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, breeding, diet, conservation status, and appearance of the Gila monster.

The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Gila Monsters (Heloderma suspectum), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species, and maps of its global distribution can also be...

[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is used to go along with the story,"Gila Monsters Meet You at the Airport".. There are mini lessons on homophones, story vocabulary, fact/opinion, and comparing and contrasting.

Line drawing of a Gila monster.

This complete site presents a wealth of information in fact sheet format. In addition, find out how Native Americans viewed the Gila monster and how a component of its venom is being investigated as a possible drug to treat type-2 diabetes.

Learn about different types of animals that live in the desert biome such as the cactus wren, the desert lark, the dingo, the fat sand rat, the fennec fox, the Gila monster, and so on. Animal pictures and information is taken from the...

This interactive animal guide from the Columbus Zoo highlights general information and fun facts about reptiles; this information can be sorted by diet or region where they live. Select an animal from the list to begin exploring.