Crevice Spiny Lizard (Sceloporus poinsettii) — Least Concern Reptilia

Crevice Spiny Lizard

Sceloporus poinsettii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Reptilia · Phrynosomatidae

About

Sceloporus poinsettii, the crevice spiny lizard, is a species of small, phrynosomatid lizard.

Fun Fact

Breeding occurs in the spring, and a litter of up to 11 young are born in midsummer.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range == In the United States, Sceloporus poinsettii occurs in the Chihuahua Desert and Edwards Plateau regions of Texas and New Mexico.

Diet

Consume tender vegetation.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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