The southern alligator lizard (Elgaria multicarinata) is a common species of lizard in the family Anguidae.

The Southern alligator lizard (Elgaria multicarinata) is a common species of lizard native to the Pacific coast of North America. There are five recognized subspecies which live in a variety of …

Alligator lizards are found in almost any natural habitat in California (except most of the deserts and very high elevations.) They can be fairly large in size. Active during daylight, they are …

Alligator lizards are found from southern British Columbia and the northwestern United States through Mexico and Central America to Panama. Abronia, Barisia, and Mesaspis are largely …

Alligator lizards are the only lizards in Washington with rectangular scales. If you see this species, please share your observation using the WDFW wildlife reporting form. Providing detailed …

Nov 25, 2025 · Snake-like movement on the ground. Spends time in trees. Good swimmer. Active during the day, dawn, and dusk. Has ability to be active during cooler periods. Carnivorous, …

Southern alligator lizards are large rough-scaled lizards with short limbs and a long tail. Their body can be up to 5.6 inches long and their tail is about twice its body length. Their back is brown …

If you’ve ever seen a photo of a baby alligator, you will immediately know how Alligator Lizards got their name! These small, thick-bodied lizards with long tails look just like shrunken-down …

Feb 27, 2025 · This group of lizards satisfy the combination of broad habitat generalist and narrow endemic conservation target of the CCGP. In addition, E. multicarinata is the most urban …

One of the closest relatives to the Southern Alligator Lizard is none other but Elgaria Coerulea (Northern Alligator Lizard). Provided these two types of alligator lizards are not in hand, …