Bush lizardPsammodromus algirus

The back has a variable dorsal coloration, usually with large black spots with irregular outlines on a greenish or brownish background. The flanks are darker than the back. The belly is whitish or greenish, especially the throat. There is little sexual dimorphism.

WHERE TO FIND IT AT AROUCA GEOPARK

Pouco Preocupante

Breeding Season April - June

Dimension Length (head-body): 90 mm

Habitat Mountainous areas with rocky substrate, usually associated with heather and broom scrub.

Lagartixa-do-mato  ©Avelino Vieira

Lagartixa-do-mato ©Avelino Vieira

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