Mojave fringe-toed lizards have numerous traits tailored to their sand-dwelling lifestyle. Foremost are the lizards' scaly hind toes, which resemble snowshoes and keep them from sinking as they sprint ...

Lasky et. al. highlight two species at risk, the Arroyo Toad, which is federally endangered, and the Colorado Desert Fringe-toed Lizard, which is a federal species of concern. Disclaimer ...