Western mexico whiptail
A species of Whiptail lizards Scientific name : Aspidoscelis costata Genus : Whiptail lizards
Western mexico whiptail, A species of Whiptail lizards
Scientific name: Aspidoscelis costata
Genus: Whiptail lizards
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Description General Info
Description
Native to Mexico, the western mexico whiptail is a small lizard with an exceptionally long tail. This agile, fast-moving, active forager can be encountered in the wild, as well as in urban and suburban areas. When caught by humans, this lizard could bite, but luckily, the bite is completely harmless. 
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Diet
Western mexico whiptail's primary diet consists of arthropods, prominently consuming ants and beetles. They also supplement their nourishment by consuming small plant materials, exhibiting a mild omnivorous behaviour.
Appearance
Western mexico whiptail is a small, long-bodied reptile with keeled scales and a forked tail. It exhibits a primary brown-grey coloration, with six dark longitudinal stripes running from head to tail, interrupting light-colored crossbands. Males are often larger and possess a wider head than females. This species lacks conspicuous features such as horns or wings.
Behavior
The western mexico whiptail exhibits diurnal behavior, actively seeking food like insects during daylight hours. As a solitary species, it is fiercely territorial, marking territory with chemical cues and physical displays. It relies heavily on camouflage within its arid, rocky habitats, rendering it invisible to predators and prey alike.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Whiptails Genus
Whiptail lizards Species
Western mexico whiptail 
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