Green Lizard
Lacerta viridis
About the Green Lizard
The European green lizard (Lacerta viridis) is a large lizard distributed across European midlatitudes 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.
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 13,618 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Green Lizard?
The scientific name of the Green Lizard is Lacerta viridis.
How many Green Lizard sightings have been recorded?
13,618 observations of the Green Lizard have been recorded on iNaturalist.
13,618
observations on iNaturalist
