El Hierro Giant Lizard
Gallotia simonyi
Conservation Status
Near ThreatenedReptilia · Lacertidae
About
Simony's giant lizard is a large species of wall lizard endemic to the island of El Hierro and nearby islet Roque Chico de Salmor in the Canary Islands.
Fun Fact
The El Hierro giant lizard was thought extinct for nearly 500 years until a small population was rediscovered on cliff ledges in the 1970s, becoming one of conservation's great success stories.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Endemic to the island of El Hierro and nearby islet Roque Chico de Salmor in the Canary Islands.
Diet
Consume mainly plants but also coleopterans, ants, and small vertebrates including house mouse, Boettger's lizard, Boettger's wall gecko, and birds.
Lifespan
72 years
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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