The Gila monster (Heloderma suspectum) is an animal from the Zoo Tycoon: Ultimate Animal Collection.
Description[]
The Gila monster (Heloderma suspectum) is a species of venomous lizard native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexican state of Sonora. A heavy, typically slow-moving lizard, up to 60 cm (2.0 ft) long, the Gila monster is the only venomous lizard native to the United States and one of only two known species of venomous lizards in North America, the other being its close relative, the Mexican beaded lizard (H. horridum). Although the Gila monster is venomous, its sluggish nature means it represents little threat to humans. However, it has earned a fearsome reputation, and is sometimes killed despite being protected by state law in Arizona.
Trivia[]
- Despite being a North American animal, the game mentions that this animal is "specific to South America". This oddity is shared with the Alligator Snapping Turtle and the Malayan Tapir.
Gallery[]
Zoo Tycoon: Ultimate Animal Collection[]
Zoo Tycoon: The Board Game - New Shores[]
