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San Diego Alligator Lizard

Elgaria multicarinata

Photo by ktronboll
Published on Project Noah
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32.8025, -117.203

Field Notes

Description:

Female alligator lizard. ~6" snout to vent, with original (or very well regenerated) tail.

Habitat:

Under a tarp in suburban backyard. Soil very damp after 2 days of heavy rain.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (1)
Ava T-B
Wonderful full-face photo!

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WILD Cities: Urban Biodiversity
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California Coastal Wildlife Watch
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Southern California Wildlife
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Herps (Reptiles & Amphibians) of Southern California
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PublishedMarch 9, 2013

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