Eastern Collared Lizard (Crotaphytus collaris)
April 26th, 2022 6:00PM
High of 62 degrees Fahrenheit
Low of 37 degrees Fahrenheit
61 degrees Fahrenheit at capture
A cool but sunny day found many animals on the surface under rocks on a south facing dolomite glade. Several kingsnakes and other fossorials were observed before this large male lizard was flipped under a relatively small rock near a ledge. Upon capture it fled and then became defensive, hesitant even to run away even when allowed. Upon release it took refuge under the nearby ledge.
Jefferson County, Missouri
Eastern Collared Lizard (Crotaphytus collaris)
April 26th, 2022 6:00PM
High of 62 degrees Fahrenheit
Low of 37 degrees Fahrenheit
61 degrees Fahrenheit at capture
A cool but sunny day found many animals on the surface under rocks on a south facing dolomite glade. Several kingsnakes and other fossorials were observed before this large male lizard was flipped under a relatively small rock near a ledge. Upon capture it fled and then became defensive, hesitant even to run away even when allowed. Upon release it took refuge under the nearby ledge.
Jefferson County, Missouri