Sicilian wall lizard
A species of Wall lizards Scientific name : Podarcis waglerianus Genus : Wall lizards
Sicilian wall lizard, A species of Wall lizards
Scientific name: Podarcis waglerianus
Genus: Wall lizards
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Description
The Sicilian wall lizard (Podarcis waglerianus) is a species of lizard in the family Lacertidae. Endemic to Italy, it occurs in Sicily and the Aegadian Islands.
General Info
Lifespan
6-8 years
Diet
Sicilian wall lizard is primarily an insectivorous species, feeding primarily on small invertebrates. Their diet is diversified with ants, beetles, larval insects, and spiders, gleaned meticulously from their rocky habitats.
Appearance
Sicilian wall lizard is a small, sleek lizard with a slender, slightly compressed body and smooth scales. Predominantly green or brown on the back, they also have intricate, white or yellowish dorsal stripes. Males display more vivid, darker coloration and an orange belly during mating seasons. There's minimal difference in appearance between juveniles and adults. The species is rather agile, with a tail longer than the body length adding balance in their swift movements.
Behavior
Sicilian wall lizard is characterized by its predominantly terrestrial lifestyle, active primarily during daylight hours. This species expresses territorial behavior, with males exhibiting combative displays when defending areas against rivals. Noteworthy, it demonstrates viviparous reproduction, with females producing live offspring.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Wall lizards Genus
Wall lizards Species
Sicilian wall lizard 
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