Sceloporus grammicus grammicus
A species of Spiny lizards Scientific name : Sceloporus grammicus grammicus Genus : Spiny lizards
Sceloporus grammicus grammicus, A species of Spiny lizards
Scientific name: Sceloporus grammicus grammicus
Genus: Spiny lizards
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Description
Sceloporus grammicus grammicus exhibits a variety of behaviors designed for survival in its native Mexican landscapes. Their most notable adaptation is a fascinating color change strategy, used for both camouflage against predators and temperature regulation - their body reflects more sunlight when hot and less when cool. Additionally, sceloporus grammicus grammicus has distinct social hierarchy behavior with territorial disputes often settled through push-up-like display bouts.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Sceloporus grammicus grammicus is a prevalent insectivore, primarily feeding on ants, beetles, and mites. Protein-rich eggs of other insects and occasional plant matter supplement its fundamental diet, highlighting diversity.
Appearance
Sceloporus grammicus grammicus is a moderate-sized lizard with smooth, overlapping scales. Its body color ranges from gray to brown, typically covered with black bands and yellow spots. It has a spiny tail, long limbs, and a broad, flat head. Males are known for having blue patches on their bellies and throats, which females lack. Its dorsal pattern can change with temperature, becoming darker under cooler conditions.
Behavior
Sceloporus grammicus grammicus are territorial reptiles, regularly engaging in displays of aggression to maintain territory boundaries. These diurnal lizards typically exhibit sun basking and quick bursts of movement for hunting small arthropods. They live in a solitary nature, interacting primarily for mating or territorial disputes.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
North american spiny lizards Genus
Spiny lizards Species
Sceloporus grammicus grammicus 
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