Granite spiny lizard
A species of Spiny lizards Scientific name : Sceloporus orcutti Genus : Spiny lizards
Granite spiny lizard, A species of Spiny lizards
Scientific name: Sceloporus orcutti
Genus: Spiny lizards
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Description General Info
Description
The granite spiny lizard (Sceloporus orcutti) is a species of phrynosomatid lizard.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Granite spiny lizard predominantly feeds on a diverse range of insects such as ants, beetles, and spiders. This terrestrial insectivore uses rapid foraging strategies to snatch its arthropod prey.
Appearance
Granite spiny lizard is a small to medium-sized lizard, measuring up to 10 cm in body length. It has a robust, flattened body covered in spiny scales, which are predominantly brown in color. Distinctively, it bears large, dark spots on its back and tail along with blue patches on its belly and throat. The color intensity varies among individuals, often being more vibrant in males. This lizard lacks wings or horns.
Behavior
Granite spiny lizard are solitary, diurnal lizards, typically basking in the sun to regulate body temperature. They exhibit strong territorial behavior, displaying flashy underbellies and elevated push-ups as warning signals to intruders. Prey feeding includes insects and small invertebrates. Females lay eggs in soil burrows and show no subsequent parental care.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
North american spiny lizards Genus
Spiny lizards Species
Granite spiny lizard 
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