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Mural Species #9

by Emma N. Olsen last modified Jan 14, 2009 08:43 PM

mural species #9

Need some help?  Here are a few clues:

  • A close relative of the Long-tailed Brush Lizard, this lizard is much more abundant in our area. 
  • It forages in trees along the main trunks and major branches
  • Males do territorial displays which emphaize their bright turquoise bellies.

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It's a Tree Lizard (Urosaurus ornatus)!

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