Urosaurus ornatus ornatus
A species of Tree lizards Scientific name : Urosaurus ornatus ornatus Genus : Tree lizards
Urosaurus ornatus ornatus, A species of Tree lizards
Scientific name: Urosaurus ornatus ornatus
Genus: Tree lizards
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Description
Urosaurus ornatus ornatus is a particularly intriguing species, prominently displaying thermoregulatory behaviour by basking on exposed rocks or tree bark to warm its body. Moreover, it exhibits a unique anti-predator tactic whereby it will flatten its body and remain motionless when threatened. These behaviours reflect urosaurus ornatus ornatus's remarkable adaptations to its habitat, significantly contributing to its survival within the diverse and complex ecosystems it inhabits. This intricate balance of adaptation and survival strategies is a defining feature of urosaurus ornatus ornatus's ecological role.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Urosaurus ornatus ornatus is primarily insectivorous, feeding predominantly on ants, beetles, spiders, and other small arthropods. They use their nimble, quick motion to skillfully capture prey in the rocky desert habitat they inhabit.
Appearance
Urosaurus ornatus ornatus are small-sized lizards with slender bodies covered in rough, granular skin. They are predominantly greenish-brown, a feature that serves as excellent camouflage, but their underbellies showcase a distinctive blue color. They have long tails, often banded with darker stripes. Males stand out with their larger dewlaps and more pronounced blue coloration on their bellies. There's no remarkable difference in appearance with age or within the subspecies.
Behavior
Urosaurus ornatus ornatus is a diurnal reptile, thriving on sunlit rocks and branches for thermoregulation. Typically solitary, they deploy push-up displays for territorial defense, signaling aggression to rivals. They consume small arthropods using a sit-and-wait foraging approach, and exhibit unique lava-hopping behavior, swiftly moving from rock to rock to minimize ground contact.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
North american spiny lizards Genus
Tree lizards Species
Urosaurus ornatus ornatus 
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