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Western Fence Lizard

Scleroporus occidentalis

Photo by HemaShah
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Looks like a Western Fence Lizard male. i can see some bluish coloration on it's markings which distinguishes a male from a female.

Habitat:

foothills

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Comments (2)
HemaShah
Thnx Mary. I was looking for skinks though!
MaryEvans2
wonderful spotting - as these guys blend in very well with their surroundings.
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PublishedFebruary 12, 2012

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