How does the thorny devil lizard protect its young?

The thorny devil lizard protects its young by using a unique strategy: it lays its eggs in a burrow, which provides a safe environment from predators. Additionally, the adult lizards exhibit a behavior of staying close to the nesting area to deter potential threats. Once the eggs hatch, the young lizards are semi-independent, but the protective environment helps ensure their survival during the vulnerable early stages of life.