This Algerian postage stamp, denominated at 0.05 dinar, features the Uromastyx acanthinurus, commonly known as the Spiny-tailed lizard. Native to North Africa, this reptile is adapted to arid desert environments and is notable for its distinctive, heavily armored tail. The design presents the lizard in fine detail against a textured sandy background, highlighting its natural desert habitat. Issued by the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, the stamp reflects the country’s focus on local fauna and environmental themes in its philatelic issues. It stands as a fascinating piece for collectors of wildlife and North African stamps.