In the Garden Lizard (Calotes), sexes are separate but not easily distinguishable externally. Male Reproductive System: In male garden lizard, testes are two oval white bodies. The right testis is situated just posterior to the right lobe of the liver, and the left testis is located somewhat farther posterior. Each testis is attached to the dorsal bodywall by a fold [...]
The digestive system of Garden Lizard (Calotes) is formed of the alimentary canal and digestive glands. Alimentary Canal: The alimentary canal is a convoluted tube beginning from mouth and ends in a cloaca. 1. Mouth: It is a wide transverse slit bounded by the upper and lower jaws, bearing teeth. Teeth are small, conical and similar (homodont), and directed backward. [...]
In this article we will discuss about the blood vascular system of garden lizard with the help of suitable diagrams. Heart: 1. External Features: Heart of the garden lizard (Calotes) is placed in the anterior part of the pleuroperitonial cavity. The heart is enclosed in a thin transparent membrane, the pericardium, which is lined with endocardium, thus, it is two-layered. [...]