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Marbled Whiptail
Aspidoscelis marmoratus
Across the regions where it's common, the Marbled Whiptail peaks from April to August.
Shows up in 1 ecoregion and 2 states
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Lizards
Marbled Whiptail
Aspidoscelis marmoratus
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Description
The marbled whiptail (Aspidoscelis marmoratus) is a species of lizard found in the United States, in southern New Mexico and Texas, and in northern Mexico, in Coahuila, Chihuahua and Durango. The marbled whiptail grows from 8 to 12 inches in length.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
Like most other species of whiptail lizards, the marbled whiptail is diurnal and insectivorous. Breeding takes place in the spring, with up to four eggs laid sometime between the months of May and August, hatch happening usually in August during the wet season.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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About the Marbled Whiptail
When is the Marbled Whiptail most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Marbled Whiptail peaks from April to August.
Where does the Marbled Whiptail live?
It has enough records to show in 1 ecoregions and 2 states, including New Mexico and Texas.