Eastern Collared Lizard

Crotaphytus collaris

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The eastern collared lizard(Crotaphytus collaris), also called common collared lizard,Oklahoma collared lizard or collared lizard, is a North American lizard that can reach a foot (30 cm) in length (including the tail), with a large head and powerful jaws. They are well known for the ability to run on their hind legs, looking like small theropod dinosaurs. Found in Missouri, Texas, western states, and parts of Kansas, the collared lizard is the state reptile of the...

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Color blue, brown, green, grey
1. kingdom Animals
2. class Reptiles
Park Navajo