California Reptiles & Amphibians
California Fringe-toed Lizards - Uma
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| Fringe-toed lizards inhabit the southern deserts in areas with fine wind-blown sand, especially sand dunes. They are usually seenbasking on dunes in the morning, running quickly over sand into a bush, or diving into loose sand and disappearing. |
| Fringes on the toes help these lizards run quickly over areas of fine sand. There are three species of Fringe-toed lizards in California, with no overlap in their ranges. Check the range maps to determine which species is found in your area. |
Colorado Desert Fringe-toed Lizard - Uma notata
Found in the Colorado Desert.
Distribution of Colorado Desert Fringe-toed Lizards in California
Mohave Fringe-toed Lizard - Uma scoparia
Found in the Mohave Desert.
Distribution of Mohave Fringe-toed Lizards in California
Found in the Mohave Desert.
Distribution of Mohave Fringe-toed Lizards in California
Coachella Valley Fringe-toed Lizard - Uma inornata
Found in the Coachella Valley.
Distribution of Coachella Valley Fringe-toed Lizards
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