Northern Fence Lizard

Northern Fence Lizard
(Sceloporus undulatatus hyacinthinus)
DESCRIPTION: 4-7 1/4" (10-18.4 cm). Dark band along rear of thigh. Gray to brown or rusty above, with wavy dark (female) to faint or absent (male) crossbars on back.

Northern Fence Lizard - Sceloporus undulatus
Description: 3 ½ - 7 ¼" (9 - 18.5 cm). Color varies from gray to brown. Distinct dark line running along the rear of the thigh. Males have purple to green/blue sides and throat.

NORTHERN FENCE LIZARD
Sceloporus undulatus hyacinthintus
Unlike skinkcs, fence lizards belong to a group of rough-scaled reptiles called spiny lizards. They are tree climbers.

confused any other in Arkansas, though it might be noted that recent studies have shed light on the Sceloporus undulatus complex and no subspecies are currently recognized. Recently, this species was considered the subspecies Northern Fence Lizard ...

A conspicuous lizard that basks in open areas and runs when approached. Includes subspecies S. u. undulatus (southern fence lizard) and S. u. hyacinthinus (northern fence lizard). Low Conservation Concern.

See also: Lizard, Fence Lizard, Reptile, Snake, Turtle