Male Red-headed Rock Agama often bask in prominent positions to advertise their dominance as alpha-male of their territories.

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The distinctive colours of a mature, territorial male Red-headed Agama are a good example of sexual dimorphism.

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Iringa, Tanzania.
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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