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It's covered in thorny spines and sports a 'pretend' head on the back of its neck, which is thought to warn off predators. Devils can change colour to blend into their surrounds, appearing mostly grey, red, orange or yellow.
Can thorny devils change color?
Both male and female thorny devils change colors. In the morning when it is cool, thorny devils are a drab olive-brown color. During the day when it gets warmer, they turn yellow and red. Their changing skin coloration helps thorny devils to blend into the Australian desert throughout the day.
How do you take care of a Thorny Devil?
Hydration. Hydrating is one of the activities of the Thorny Devil. They love basking in an underground water source or in any bodies of water to absorb water for the regulation of temperature into their bodies. Make sure to place a bowl of water in their housing to keep them hydrated.
