Podarcis pityusensis pityusensis
A species of Wall lizards Scientific name : Podarcis pityusensis pityusensis Genus : Wall lizards
Podarcis pityusensis pityusensis, A species of Wall lizards
Scientific name: Podarcis pityusensis pityusensis
Genus: Wall lizards
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Description General Info
Description
Podarcis pityusensis pityusensis exhibits a propensity for rock-dwelling, largely habituating in the warm and arid environments often found amidst the rocky landscapes of its native habitat. It shares a significant ecological role as voracious insectivores, controlling certain insect populations. Remarkably, podarcis pityusensis pityusensis's courtship rituals involve the male's display of head-bobbing and push-up actions to attract females.
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Diet
Podarcis pityusensis pityusensis is primarily an insectivorous species, feeding predominantly on small arthropods. Its diet specifically includes spiders, beetles, and ants, which it forages for in its Mediterranean habitat.
Appearance
Podarcis pityusensis pityusensis is a small, slender lizard with fine scales and a slim tail. The skin exhibits shades of green, brown, and black, often creating seemingly mosaic combinations. Some individuals may be vividly decorated with line or blotch patterns, while some females may display attractive orange throats. Male species are generally larger and more colourful than females.
Behavior
Podarcis pityusensis pityusensis is a largely solitary, territorial reptile displaying high site fidelity. Marking its territory through scent, it exhibits slight diurnal behavior, basking during the day and retreating to shelters at night. Aggressiveness is pronounced during mating periods, and individuals generally stick to their territories for forage, rarely travelling beyond a 5 meter range.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Wall lizards Genus
Wall lizards Species
Podarcis pityusensis pityusensis 
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