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Crotaphytus collaris
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Crotaphytid lizards or more commonly known as Collared lizards are found in North America only (American southwest and northern Mexico). They typically prey on other lizards and other vertebrates for their sustenance. There are 12 species found in two genera (below).
Family Crotaphytidae
- Genus Gambelia (Leopard lizards)
Genus Crotaphytus (Collared lizards)