The dwarf burs have a triangular head, which terminates at the hind head with 6 thorny hindlegs. The entire hull is covered with large, guarded sheds. At the tail the thorny scales stand in whorls. The males have strong leg pores. The color can consist of gray, brown to reddish tones. On the cheeks and the throat, there are often strokes of yellow, just above the upper lip there is a cream-white strip.

Behavior and attitude in the terrarium:Cordylus are very sociable animals that live in groups. Also in the terrarium is recommended the group keeping. Several males and females can be kept together. Even young animals are not bothered by adult animals with proper container size and furnishings. The terrarium size for four animals is at least 100x50x50cm L / W / H. Cordylus are very good climbers, so the design of a rock or wood back wall is suitable. In the terrarium further wood roots or hollow stems should be placed. Hiding places and retreats are important for the welfare of animals. Sunspots are generated with spotlights, a heated stone is also gladly accepted. If a fodder is discovered and watched, A water bowl is used for liquid absorption and bathing. The water should always be renewed. High, smooth-walled water containers are not suitable, as high-spirited young animals easily drown in them. The ground floor consists of a mixture of flowers and sand. The ground is dry. Only in the warm summer months should he be sprayed more prominently. Then the humidity increases.

Wild catches are at first very shy, if the terrarium is arranged as mentioned, their shyness after a few weeks is completely lost.

The temperatures must be between 30 and 35C ° during the warmer seasons. A night reduction to 20-22C ° in summer, and 16-18C ° in spring and autumn is ideal. The sunspot reaches 38 to 40C °. It should be sprayed daily in the evening hours.

Breed: A simulation of the seasons is required for breeding. The heat sources (heated stone) are switched off for about 4-8 weeks. The humidity is reduced (no spraying). Temperatures should reach 12-15 ° C at night. Especially the lowering of the night temperatures is important for triggering mating. After the cold period the temperatures and the lighting time of the spotlights are raised again. As the temperature increases, a few days pass before the male approaches the female with jerky movements. When mating, the male bites in the nape of the female and the copulation takes about one minute. The gestation period is about 4 months, after which the female gives birth to 2-5 young animals. Their size is already between 65 and 75mm. If there are many hiding places and the necessary container size, the boys can be left in the terrarium without any reservations. In the first few days, the young animals retreat into crevices, and are quick to eat. After a few weeks, they lose their shyness, and even in the case of small disturbances under the open sunspots. In the diet, as with all young animals, care should be taken to ensure a sufficient supply of minerals and vitamins. In the size of the animals, a supply of small and medium sized feeds is problem-free. The animals do not reach the sexual maturity until after about 3 years. If there are many hiding places and the necessary container size, the boys can be left in the terrarium without any reservations. In the first few days, the young animals retreat into crevices, and are quick to eat. After a few weeks, they lose their shyness, and even in the case of small disturbances under the open sunspots. In the diet, as with all young animals, care should be taken to ensure adequate supply of minerals and vitamins. In the size of the animals, a supply of small and medium sized feeds is problem-free. The animals do not reach the sexual maturity until after about 3 years. If there are many hiding places and the necessary container size, the boys can be left in the terrarium without any reservations. In the first few days, the young animals retreat into crevices, and are quick to eat. After a few weeks, they lose their shyness, and even in the case of small disturbances under the open sunspots. In the diet, as with all young animals, care should be taken to ensure adequate supply of minerals and vitamins. In the size of the animals, a supply of small and medium sized feeds is problem-free. The animals do not reach the sexual maturity until after about 3 years. In the first few days, the young animals retreat into crevices, and are quick to eat. After a few weeks, they lose their shyness, and even in the case of small disturbances under the open sunspots. In the diet, as with all young animals, care should be taken to ensure adequate supply of minerals and vitamins. In the size of the animals, a supply of small and medium sized feeds is problem-free. The animals do not reach the sexual maturity until after about 3 years. In the first few days, the young animals retreat into crevices, and are quick to eat. After a few weeks, they lose their shyness, and even in the case of small disturbances under the open sunspots. In the diet, as with all young animals, care should be taken to ensure adequate supply of minerals and vitamins. In the size of the animals, a supply of small and medium sized feeds is problem-free. The animals do not reach the sexual maturity until after about 3 years. In the diet, as with all young animals, care should be taken to ensure adequate supply of minerals and vitamins. In the size of the animals, a supply of small and medium sized feeds is problem-free. The animals do not reach the sexual maturity until after about 3 years. In the diet, as with all young animals, care should be taken to ensure adequate supply of minerals and vitamins. In the size of the animals, a supply of small and medium sized feeds is problem-free. The animals do not reach the sexual maturity until after about 3 years.