Timon tangitanus


Timon tangitanus, commonly known as the Moroccan eyed lizard, is a species of lizard in the family Lacertidae. The species is endemic to Northwest Africa.

Description

T. tangitanus can reach a total length of about. The body is green or brown, with blue ocelli on the back.

Taxonomy

For decades T. tangitanus has been regarded as belonging to the genus Lacerta.

Diet

T. tangitanus mainly feed on invertebrates, but also on fruits.

Distribution

T. tangitanus is found in Northwest Africa.

Habitat

The natural habitats of T. tangitanus are temperate forests, temperate shrubland, and Mediterranean-type shrubby vegetation. It prefers woodland edge, scrub and rocky areas.

Conservation status

T. tangitanus is threatened by habitat loss.