As a metaphor for Hollywood, a giant lizard seems apt, but Mamet is perhaps being sarcastic about the Bambi side of the equation.

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The organizations claimed that the project introduced potential risks of hazardous materials and emissions, wildfires and noise which would degrade air quality, prime farmland, cultural resources and endangered species (the blunt-nosed lizard, San Joakin kit fox and giant kangaroo rat).

FORBES: Environmental Groups Strongly Endorse "None Of The Above" Energy Plans