Socorro island tree lizard
A species of Tree lizards Scientific name : Urosaurus auriculatus Genus : Tree lizards
Socorro island tree lizard, A species of Tree lizards
Scientific name: Urosaurus auriculatus
Genus: Tree lizards
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Description
Despite being typically elusive, socorro island tree lizard reveals its unique socio-ecological behaviors mainly in feeding and reproduction. Its specialized tongue-flicking forage strategy allows it to accurately locate insect preys, resulting in efficient and selective feeding. Additionally, it exhibits a territorial mating system, where males vigorously defend their territories for optimal mate selection, contributing to an intricate web of ecological interactions within its habitat.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Socorro island tree lizard subsists primarily on a diet of arthropods, showcasing preference for ants and termites. The feeding process often involves active foraging during day, with meticulous searching under rocks and leaf litters being a common sight.
Appearance
Socorro island tree lizard is a small lizard with a long, slender body covered in rough, scaly skin. It sports a central dorsum stripe that contrasts sharply with its overall greenish-grey coloration. The male features a distinct gular fold under its chin and pronounced ear repositories, which are less obvious in females. Socorro island tree lizard bears a long tail used for balance and defense, which measures over half the body length.
Behavior
Socorro island tree lizard is mainly solitary, except during mating season. A sun-loving species, it exhibits rather unique thermoregulatory behavior, basking publicly on tree branches. Their defensive strategy includes the inflation of their body and tail whipping when threatened. This arboreal organism forages mainly on insects, its primary nutrition route.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
North american spiny lizards Genus
Tree lizards Species
Socorro island tree lizard 
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