Reptiles and Amphibians of Rosewood Nature Study Area
A list of the reptiles and amphibians found at Rosewood Nature Study Area in Reno, NV.
Great Basin Fence Lizard
Sceloporus occidentalis longipes is a subspecies of the western fence lizard, commonly called the Great Basin fence lizard. Several subspecies of the western fence lizard, a species of phrynosomatid lizard, are found in the far western part of North America.
Common Side-blotched Lizard
The common side-blotched lizard (Uta stansburiana) is a species of side-blotched lizard found on the Pacific Coast of North America. It is notable for having a unique form of polymorphism wherein each of the three different male morphs utilizes a different strategy in acquiring mates. The three morphs compete against each other following a pattern of rock, paper, scissors, where ...more ↓
