Lesser earless lizard
A species of Lesser earless lizards, Also known as Bleached earless lizard, Common earless lizard Scientific name : Holbrookia maculata Genus : Lesser earless lizards
Lesser earless lizard, A species of Lesser earless lizards
Also known as:
Bleached earless lizard, Common earless lizard
Scientific name: Holbrookia maculata
Genus: Lesser earless lizards
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Description General Info
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Description
Holbrookia maculata, commonly known as the lesser earless lizard, is a species of phrynosomatid lizard endemic to the southwestern and central United States and northern Mexico.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Lesser earless lizard is primarily insectivorous, with a keen preference for terrestrial invertebrates. Varieties of ants constitute a substantial portion of its diet, but it also readily consumes beetles, spiders, and other small arthropods when available.
Appearance
Lesser earless lizard is a small, flat-bodied lizard with rough, scaly skin. It predominantly has a grey-brown coloration with dark spots scattered across the torso and tail. Males sport blue marks on their bellies during the breeding season. This species lacks the noticeable features of horns or wings, however its short, conical tail is significant.
Behavior
Lesser earless lizard exhibits marked territorial behavior, often engaging in threatening displays to defend its space. Mainly solitary, it exhibits unique 'pushup' movements as a warning signal. Its diet consists of insects captured during foraging in desert habitats. Lesser earless lizard also demonstrates distinct seasonal activity, being most active during warmer seasons.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
North american spiny lizards Genus
Lesser earless lizards Species
Lesser earless lizard 
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