Eastern Green Lizard

Lacerta viridis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Reptilia · Lacertidae

About

The European green lizard is a large lizard distributed across European mid-latitudes from Slovenia and eastern Austria to as far east as the Black Sea coasts of Ukraine and Turkey. It is often seen sunning on rocks or lawns, or sheltering amongst bushes.

Fun Fact

The lizard reaches up to 15 cm (5.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to southeastern Europe.

Diet

Feeds mainly on insects and other small invertebrates but it also sometimes takes fruit, birds eggs, fledglings, small lizards and even mice.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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