Green iberian wall lizard
A species of Wall lizards Scientific name : Podarcis virescens Genus : Wall lizards
Green iberian wall lizard, A species of Wall lizards
Scientific name: Podarcis virescens
Genus: Wall lizards
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Description General Info
Description
Podarcis virescens is a species of lizard in the family Lacertidae. It is found in Spain and Portugal.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Green iberian wall lizard is an insectivorous creature, primarily feasting on small arthropods. Traversing through vegetation, it prefers consuming a variety of socioptera, beetles, and spiders, supplementing its diet with snails occasionally.
Appearance
Green iberian wall lizard is a small, lean lizard with sleek scales. It primarily exhibits vibrant green coloration, which can vary in intensity, with some individuals appearing darker, almost black. Green iberian wall lizard lack horns and wings but possesses a long, tapered tail. Whilst both genders have similar characteristics, males generally present with more pronounced, darker markings compared to females.
Behavior
Green iberian wall lizard is a primarily solitary species, known for its distinctive territorial marking and defence behaviors. These lizards display conspicuous sunbathing habits for thermoregulation. They are agile climbers, using this skill in the face of threats. Notably, green iberian wall lizard exhibits sexual dichromatism during the mating season.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Wall lizards Genus
Wall lizards Species
Green iberian wall lizard 
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