Eastern Fence Lizard
Sceloporus undulatus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernReptilia · Phrynosomatidae
About
The eastern fence lizard is a medium-sized species of lizard in the family Phrynosomatidae. The species is found along forest edges, rock piles, and rotting logs or stumps in the eastern United States. It is sometimes referred to as the fence swift, gray lizard, gravid lizard, northern fence lizard or pine lizard. It is also referred to colloquially as the horn-billed lizard. One of its most notable behaviors is that of its escape behavior when encountering fire ants, which have been known to invade and negatively affect many of their populations.
Fun Fact
Male eastern fence lizards perform push-up displays to show off their brilliant blue belly patches to females and rival males — the intensity of push-ups signals fighting ability.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Sparsely wooded areas with ample sunlight
Diet
Eat arthropods such as ants and grasshoppers.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance