Image of Granite Spiny Lizard
Description:
Common on boulders in shaded riparian habitat. Males of the area are very colorful, underside of belly, throat and limbs entirely vivid blue. Measured SVL 95 mm (3 in.), TL 217 mm (8 in.). Female examined exhibited pale-blue venter and measured SVL 100 mm (4 in.), TL 215 mm (8 in.).
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