San nicolas night lizard
A species of Night lizards, Also known as Island night lizard Scientific name : Xantusia riversiana Genus : Night lizards
San nicolas night lizard, A species of Night lizards
Also known as:
Island night lizard
Scientific name: Xantusia riversiana
Genus: Night lizards
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Description
The island night lizard (Xantusia riversiana) is a species of night lizard native to three of the Channel Islands of California: San Nicolas Island, Santa Barbara Island, and San Clemente Island. A small number of island night lizards also live on Sutil Island, near Santa Barbara Island.
General Info
Lifespan
8-12 years
Diet
San nicolas night lizard primarily subsists on desert invertebrates, encompassing a range of insects, spiders, other arachnids and isopods. This nocturnal lizard demonstrates a pronounced preference for arthropods indigenous to its habitat.
Appearance
The san nicolas night lizard is a small lizard with a flat, elongated body shape covered in dry, rough skin. Its primary color is grayish-brown, with remarkable dark-colored crossbands along its body. The males are characteristically brighter and stronger in color than females. Remarkable features include the absence of external ears and a small, pointed snout.
Behavior
San nicolas night lizard is a nocturnal, arboreal species primarily known for its peculiar breeding cycle, wherein eggs are deposited in nests year-round and retain a diapause period before hatching. Exhibiting a solitary lifestyle, it utilizes visual cues to maintain territories. Its unique anti-predation skill includes immobility and flattening against substrates, blend with the surrounding.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Night lizards Genus
Night lizards Species
San nicolas night lizard 
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