Mexican emerald spiny lizard
A species of Spiny lizards Scientific name : Sceloporus formosus Genus : Spiny lizards
Mexican emerald spiny lizard, A species of Spiny lizards
Scientific name: Sceloporus formosus
Genus: Spiny lizards
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Description General Info
Description
It is a viviparous saurian.
General Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Diet
Mexican emerald spiny lizard is predominantly herbivorous, feasting mainly on various types of flowers. Beyond floral food, it has a particular preference for seeds, often supplemented with small insects for additional protein.
Appearance
Mexican emerald spiny lizard is a moderate-sized lizard characterized by its rough, spiny scales providing a textured appearance. Its skin displays varied hues of green and brown, with lighter underbellies. Notable features include a robust structure with a long tail, and pronounced scales on the back, resembling thorns. Male and female individuals exhibit slight color variations, with males possessing bluish patches on their abdomen and throat.
Behavior
Mexican emerald spiny lizard is a territorial and solitary species. It uses its vibrant scales to deter threats and denote territory ownership, and exhibits diurnal behavior of basking on rocks and foraging for insects. Its agility in climbing is notable, meaning it has well-adapted to forested areas.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
North american spiny lizards Genus
Spiny lizards Species
Mexican emerald spiny lizard 
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