Elegant earless lizard
A species of Lesser earless lizards Scientific name : Holbrookia elegans Genus : Lesser earless lizards
Elegant earless lizard, A species of Lesser earless lizards
Scientific name: Holbrookia elegans
Genus: Lesser earless lizards
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Description
Holbrookia elegans or the Elegant Earless Lizard is a species of lizard native to the United States and Mexico.
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Appearance
Elegant earless lizard is a petite-sized lizard with a streamlined body and rough, granular skin. Its primary coloration is light brown to pale grey with darker irregular spots, blending well with its desert surroundings. A clear sexual dimorphism is visible: males have bright blue patches on the throat and sides during the breeding season, while females do not. Young appear similar to adults but are paler and less distinctly patterned.
Behavior
Elegant earless lizard is a solitary species with a territorial nature, often using visual displays to deter intruders. It exhibits typical sunbathing behavior, using the heat to regulate its body temperature. A notable activity is the complex burrowing behavior, which is crucial for nesting and survival during extreme weather conditions.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
North american spiny lizards Genus
Lesser earless lizards Species
Elegant earless lizard 
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