Side-Blotched Lizard

Small brownish lizard with a blotched back and sides. Several variants exist, all of which have a prominent dark spot behind each front leg.

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Common Name

Side-Blotched Lizard

Comments

Primarily ground-dwelling, it feeds on insects during the day.

Scientific Name

Uta stansburiana

Habitat

Arid and semi-arid regions with rocky or sandy soil and low-growing plants.

Size

To 7 in. (18 cm)