The Texas horned lizard is a vicious little critter with the greatest defense mechanism known to lizardkind—as a last resort, they'll strike their enemies with a stream of blood shot straight from their eye. | Great Big Story

Watch: When threatened by predators, the short-horned lizard employs a unique—and terrifying—defense tactic. http://on.natgeo.com/1PPbZGO | National Geographic

The horned lizard gets its name from the crown of spikes on its head — but that’s only the beginning. From camouflage magic to blood-squirting defenses, it’s one of the desert’s most remarkable little creatures. #WildlifeFacts #NatureWonder #DesertCreatures #DidYouKnow #HornedLizard Text – factual information Voiceover & visuals – AI assisted | Earth Unreal