Moroccan Rock Lizard
Scelarcis perspicillata
About the Moroccan Rock Lizard
The Moroccan rock lizard (Teira perspicillata) is a species of lizard in the Lacertidae family. Its classification is uncertain and it has been placed in the genera Teira, Podarcis, Lacerta or Scelarcis. It is found in Algeria and Morocco and has been introduced to the island of Menorca in Spain. Its natural habitats are Mediterranean-type shrubby vegetation, rocky areas, sea coasts and urban areas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Moroccan Rock Lizard?
The scientific name of the Moroccan Rock Lizard is Scelarcis perspicillata.
How many Moroccan Rock Lizard sightings have been recorded?
221 observations of the Moroccan Rock Lizard have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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