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Eastern Fence Lizard

Sceloporus undulatus

Photo by QWMom
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Field Notes

Description:

4 - 7.25 in (10 - 18.5 cm). As a member of the spiny lizard family, the Fence lizard is the only lizard native to Georgia and South Carolina that has rough scales. Fence lizards are most commonly grayish in color, but may range from nearly black to brown. Females often have black horizontal patterning on their back, while during the breeding season, males have bright blue patches on their chin and underside.

Habitat:

Fence lizards range across the Southeast and are common in many habitats from the mountains to the coast. While seldom found far from trees, fence lizards are most common in dry, open forests, particularly if there are abundant logs and stumps where they may hide.

Notes:

Spotted amid the rocks on the David G. Archer Summit Overlook at Pine Mountain Recreation Area

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