Spotted fringe-fingered lizard
A species of Fringe-fingered lizards Scientific name : Acanthodactylus maculatus Genus : Fringe-fingered lizards
Spotted fringe-fingered lizard, A species of Fringe-fingered lizards
Scientific name: Acanthodactylus maculatus
Genus: Fringe-fingered lizards
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Description
Acanthodactylus maculatus, the spotted fringe-fingered lizard, is a species of lizard in the Lacertidae family. It is endemic to northwestern Africa.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Spotted fringe-fingered lizard primarily feeds on arthropods, with a preference for beetles and spiders. Its diet also includes significant amounts of ants and plant material, exhibiting an omnivorous behavior during nourishment scarcity.
Appearance
Spotted fringe-fingered lizard is a medium-sized reptile with a slender body and scales. It sports a general coloration of light brown with darker brown spots running down its body. Its distinctive tail is longer than its body and features alternating bands of dark and light coloration. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies noted.
Behavior
Spotted fringe-fingered lizard exhibits a diurnal lifestyle, active during day times and retreating into burrows during the night. This solitary species is territorial, defending its territory by adopting aggressive postures. Its foraging behavior involves active hunting, primarily feeding on insects.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Wall lizards Genus
Fringe-fingered lizards Species
Spotted fringe-fingered lizard 
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