The short-horned lizard is often referred to as a “horned toad” or “horny toad” because ... most bizarre defensive mechanisms: they shoot blood from their eyes. The ominous squirting ...

“I caught an adult horned toad, and he sprayed blood on me through his eyes, just like they’re supposed to,” Parker said when I could hear better. Then it all made sense. My son and grandson ...

This week’s entry: Ol’ Rip The Horned Toad What it’s about: The most famous lizard in American history. In 1928, a time capsule was opened in Eastland, Texas, and inside was a still-living ...