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Saguaro National Park
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Did You Know?
Gila monsters are one of two venomous lizards in the world. The other is the similar Mexican beaded lizard. Gila monster venom evolved as a defensive rather than offensive weapon.
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Last Updated: September 01, 2007 at 13:03 EST |