Eastern Fence Lizard

Range

Found across the southern part of the United States, into Mexico. Range extends west to Arizona, north to Nebraska, South into Mexico, and East to the Atlantic Ocean.

Habitats

Primarily terrestrial. Variety of habitats including woodlands, shrublands, and grasslands; typically found in treed areas. Can be seen on fences, stumps, rocks, and trees. Fossorial at night or found in rock crevices after dark.

Identification

Adults 4 to 7.5 inches long (total length). Typically occurs in shades of brown or gray with dark line running along back of leg. Males and females differ in color variations and patterns.

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