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Iberian wall lizard

A species of Wall lizards
Scientific name : Podarcis hispanicus Genus : Wall lizards

Iberian wall lizard, A species of Wall lizards
Scientific name: Podarcis hispanicus
Genus: Wall lizards
Iberian wall lizard (Podarcis hispanicus) Photo By pepcanto , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Podarcis hispanica (Iberian wall lizard) is a small wall lizard species of the genus Podarcis. It is found in the Iberian peninsula, in northwestern Africa and in coastal districts in Languedoc-Roussillon in France. In Spanish, this lizard is commonly called lagartija Ibérica.

General Info

Lifespan

5-8 years

Diet

Iberian wall lizard is primarily an insectivore, consuming a wide array of small arthropods. Its diet includes beetles, spiders, and ants, with a strong preference for soft-bodied insects and larvae, reflecting its adaptation to a predatory lifestyle.

Appearance

Iberian wall lizard is a small-sized lizard with an elongated, slender body and a rough, scaly surface. Its coloration varies from beige to brown, often accompanied by darker markings along the body. Unique features include a long, tapering tail and hind limbs suited for climbing. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies within this lizard.

Behavior

Iberian wall lizard typically displays solitary, territorially defensive behavior. Highly agile, they use their speed and agility primarily for foraging and evasion from predators. They are primarily diurnal, being most active during warm, sunny periods. Sensing vibration, they are quick to take refuge when disturbed. Distinctively, males perform push-up displays when asserting dominance or attracting a mate.
Iberian wall lizard (Podarcis hispanicus) Iberian wall lizard (Podarcis hispanicus) Photo By pepcanto , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

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