Lizards
Pygmy Short-horned Lizard
Phrynosoma douglasii
Across the regions where it's common, the Pygmy Short-horned Lizard peaks from April to August.
Shows up in 4 ecoregions and 2 states
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Lizards
Pygmy Short-horned Lizard
Phrynosoma douglasii
Description
The pygmy short-horned lizard (Phrynosoma douglasii) is a species of small horned lizard in the family Phrynosomatidae. The greater short-horned lizard is a highly variable species, as well, with different geographic populations exhibiting differences in colouration and patterning, in addition to overall size; some authorities describe up to five subspecies.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
The species is native to the northwestern United States and adjacent southwestern Canada.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
Ecoregions
States
About the Pygmy Short-horned Lizard
When is the Pygmy Short-horned Lizard most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Pygmy Short-horned Lizard peaks from April to August.
Where does the Pygmy Short-horned Lizard live?
It has enough records to show in 4 ecoregions and 2 states, including Oregon and Washington.