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Tree Lizard (Urosaurus ornatus) |
 DESCRIPTION:
L=5.5" (14cm) including tail. Overall brown to dark gray (see picture).
Down the middle of the back, see two bands of larger scales with a a band
of smaller scales between. Adult males have orange or blue throat and
blue belly patches. Adult females may have orange or yellow throat, but
not blue belly patches.NATURAL HISTORY: Carnivorous, usually feeding on arthropods. Spends most time in trees or on large rocks. Diurnal. Frequently displays head-bobbing and push-up behavior. |
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