Collared Lizard
The collared lizard is a colorful and charismatic creature known for its distinctive "collars" of black bands around its neck and running abilities.
Common Name:
Collared Lizard
Scientific Name:
Crotaphytus collaris
Type:
Reptiles
Diet:
Carnivore
General Description
The collared lizard stands out with its bright colors and dynamic presence. Adult lizards are 25 to 35 cm long, with a robust body, a large head, and powerful limbs. Males come in colorful shades of blue, green, and yellow, while females tend to have a more subdued palette.
Diet and Habitat
Collared lizards are found in the arid, rocky regions of the southwestern US and northern Mexico. They prefer open, sunny areas that help them spot prey and predators. Their diet primarily consists of insects, including grasshoppers and beetles, though they also eat smaller lizards and some plants. They hunt actively, using quick bursts of speed to capture prey unexpectedly.
Life Expectancy
In the wild, Collared Lizards live for 5 to 8 years. Their survival depends on their ability to navigate the challenges of their habitat, from finding food to escaping predators such as birds of prey and larger mammals.
Did You Know?
Collard lizards have such a fast metabolism that they can eat their body weight in a single meal!
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