The Desert Horned lizard or Horny Toad (Phrynosoma sp.) in Big Sur; California. This species is a lizard; not a toad despite its common name. As a defense mechanism; the Horned toad can squirt blood from its eyes at a distance of up to 5 feet. The Desert Horned lizard or Horny Toad (Phrynosoma sp.) in Big Sur; California. This species is a lizard; not a toad despite its common name. As a defense mechanism; the Horned toad can squirt blood from its eyes at a distance of up to 5 feet. IMG_0415 Previous | Next