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Madrean Alligator Lizard

Elgaria kingii

Photo by landonq
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Field Notes

Description:

a friend spotted this. he's 95% sure it's a snake despite the odd shape, although possible it could have been a lizard. looking for help ID'ing what type it is. thanks!

Habitat:

under the porch of a small town home

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (6)
Leuba Ridgway
I'm editing the scientific name for you. I hope you don't mind.
landonq
absolutely, i think i've got it updated correctly. if there is any other information that would be helpful to add, just let me know. thank again
Leuba Ridgway
So pleased for you landonq. It's something new for me as I've never seen such an interesting lizard before now. So, thanks ! Now that you have a scientific name, could you please edit your spotting and type the name in the appropriate box. Thanks.
landonq
thanks Leuba! that definitely seems to match. my friend reviewed his moving photos after your ID suggestion and it does definitely have legs and feet for even more confirmation.
Leuba Ridgway
Nice spotting ! Check out Madrean Alligator Lizard -Elgaria kingii.
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PublishedAugust 16, 2021

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