Desert night lizard
A species of Night lizards Scientific name : Xantusia vigilis Genus : Night lizards
Desert night lizard, A species of Night lizards
Scientific name: Xantusia vigilis
Genus: Night lizards
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Description
The desert night lizard (Xantusia vigilis) is a night lizard native to southern California east of the Sierras and San Gabriel Mountains into Baja California, southern Nevada, southwestern Utah and extreme western Arizona.
General Info
Lifespan
8-12 years
Diet
Desert night lizard is primarily insectivorous, feeding predominantly on invertebrates, with a particular preference for arachnids and insects. This reptile species showcases unique nighttime hunting behaviors, relishing in a diet rich in spiders and beetles.
Appearance
The desert night lizard is small and lizard-like, boasting a flattened body and granular scales. Its color ranges from grey to brown, blending seamlessly with its desert surroundings. Subtle shades of yellow or pink can be found on its back and sides. The lizard's dewlap is adorned with a white margin, adding to its distinct look. Sexual dimorphism is not significantly manifested in this species.
Behavior
Desert night lizard adopts a primarily nocturnal lifestyle, surfacing from beneath rocks to forage at night. Predominantly insectivorous, it exhibits solitary behavior, rarely interacting with its own kind except during mating season. It uses rock crevices for refuge, strategically adapted to its rocky desert habitat for optimum survival.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Night lizards Genus
Night lizards Species
Desert night lizard 
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