Sagebrush Lizard

Sagebrush Lizard

Sagebrush Lizard

Scientific Name: Sceloporus graciosus

Family Name: Phrynosomatidae

Description

Description and Size

  • Slender
  • Long legs
  • Color: lighter brown with light gray stripes and blotches
  • Males have blue patches on abdomen and side of torso
  • Total length: 4.5 - 6 inches

Habitat

  • Rocky or fine gravel areas with sandy soils
  • Prefer high elevation

Diet

  • Many arthropods
  • Primarily spiders and insects

Life History and Range

Life History

  • Diurnal
  • Active season: April - October
  • Breeding season: May - July
  • Lays eggs (oviparous)
  • Females lay 2 - 7 eggs per clutch and generally have one or two clutches

Range

SagebrushLizard

Most common range within the last 50 years in Nebraska is currently unknown. For more info email dferraro1@unl.edu.