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Sardão (Ocellated lizard)

Lacerta lepida

Description:

The Ocellated Lizard is one of the largest members of its family. The adult is 30 to 60 centimetres (1–2 feet) long and may reach up to 90 centimetres (3 feet). About two thirds of its length is tail. Newly hatched young are 4 to 5 centimetres (1½-2 inches) long, excluding tail.

Habitat:

Spain, Portugal, Southern France, North-western Italy

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RaquelAntunes
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RaquelAntunes

Portugal

Spotted on May 7, 2009
Submitted on Dec 10, 2011

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