Sonoran spotted whiptail
A species of Whiptail lizards Scientific name : Aspidoscelis sonorae Genus : Whiptail lizards
Sonoran spotted whiptail, A species of Whiptail lizards
Scientific name: Aspidoscelis sonorae
Genus: Whiptail lizards
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Description General Info
Description
The Sonoran spotted whiptail (Aspidoscelis sonorae) is a species of teiid lizard found in Arizona and New Mexico in the United States, and Mexico.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Sonoran spotted whiptail predominantly feeds on arthropods, showcasing a particular preference for ants and beetles. The lizard actively forages for its prey during daytime, utilizing its rapid speed and sharp eyesight.
Appearance
Sonoran spotted whiptail is a medium-sized lizard with an elongate, compact body covered by smooth, glossy scales. Its skin is predominantly brown, peppered with an array of darker spots and striping, aiding in its desert camouflage. The head is triangular with a pointed snout, and its slender tail is exceptionally long and whip-like. No significant differences in appearance exist between genders or with age.
Behavior
Sonoran spotted whiptail is largely thought to be a solitary species, spending most of its time individually foraging for insects and plants, its primary diet. This species does not have a noted territorial behavior. A unique survival adaptation of sonoran spotted whiptail is its ability to rapidly change color to match its desert environment as a means of predator evasion.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Whiptails Genus
Whiptail lizards Species
Sonoran spotted whiptail 
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