Northern Imbricate Alligator Lizard
A species of Alligator lizards Scientific name : Barisia ciliaris Genus : Alligator lizards
Northern Imbricate Alligator Lizard, A species of Alligator lizards
Scientific name: Barisia ciliaris
Genus: Alligator lizards
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Description General Info
Description
Native to the mountain forestss of Mexico, the northern Imbricate Alligator Lizard used to be considered a subspecies of B. imbricata, but is now its own species within a complex of four. It generally shelters under fallen logs, rocks or roots. Unlike most lizards, it gives live birth.
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Appearance
Northern Imbricate Alligator Lizard is a slender and elongated lizard typically measuring about 6 to 9 cm in body length, excluding its tail. It sports rough, keeled scales, primarily in shades of brown and gray, with a striking yellowish pattern along its back and sides. On closer look, its most notable feature emerges: a series of fringed scales, or 'cilia', lining the edges of its body, giving it a fringed appearance. No distinct gender or age-based differences in appearance are recognized for this species.
Behavior
Northern Imbricate Alligator Lizard exhibits solitary behavior, primarily active during the night while preferring to stay within crevices and under rocks during daytime. It is a skilled climber, adept at negotiating rough terrains in its natural habitat. Aggressive when threatened, northern Imbricate Alligator Lizard adopts a distinctive defensive stance by raising its body up off the ground.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Anguid lizards Genus
Alligator lizards 
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