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Coachella valley fringe-toed lizard

A species of Fringe-toed lizards
Scientific name : Uma inornata Genus : Fringe-toed lizards

Coachella valley fringe-toed lizard, A species of Fringe-toed lizards
Scientific name: Uma inornata
Genus: Fringe-toed lizards
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Coachella valley fringe-toed lizard (Uma inornata) Photo By rbelshee , used under CC0-1.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The Coachella Valley fringe-toed lizard (Uma inornata) is a species of phrynosomatine lizard.

General Info

Lifespan

12-20 years

Diet

Coachella valley fringe-toed lizard is predominantly insectivorous, relying heavily on ants and termites. Also, it exhibits opportunistic feeding behaviour, consuming beetles, spiders, and other small invertebrates when available.

Appearance

The coachella valley fringe-toed lizard is a moderate-sized and elongated lizard with a tapered snout and tail. Its somewhat flat body is covered in minute, granular scales giving it a rough texture. Predominantly sandy-brown, it blends impeccably into its desert surroundings. Dark brown reticulations and crossbands distinguish it, while the belly remains lightly coloured. Noteworthy spikes adorn the rear legs. There are no significant gender or age-divergent appearances.

Behavior

Coachella valley fringe-toed lizard exhibits a solitary lifestyle, irregularly active within its desert habitat. Primarily insectivorous, coachella valley fringe-toed lizard deploys an ambush hunting technique, lying in wait for its prey. Males utilize head-bobbing behavior during breeding season. Survival adaptations such as burrowing in loose sand ensure coachella valley fringe-toed lizard can thrive in extreme temperatures.

Population

Decreasing
Coachella valley fringe-toed lizard (Uma inornata) Coachella valley fringe-toed lizard (Uma inornata) Photo By rbelshee , used under CC0-1.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates
Class
Reptiles
Order
Lizards and snakes
Family
North american spiny lizards
Genus
Fringe-toed lizards
Species
Coachella valley fringe-toed lizard
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