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Baja California Collared Lizard

Crotaphytus vestigium

ReptilesIUCN: Least Concern257 iNat observations

Identify Baja California Collared Lizard (Crotaphytus vestigium) from a photo — free, unlimited, no sign-up — with the CatchRules iPhone app. Plus current fishing rules across 1 jurisdiction.

At a glance

Baja California Collared Lizard (Crotaphytus vestigium) is an IUCN Least Concern reptile with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.

Confirmed by 219 research-grade iNaturalist observations, concentrated in California.

Notable details

  • Its scientific name 'vestigium' refers to its incomplete, trace-like collar markings.
  • It is found in rocky desert scrub of Baja California and extreme southern California.
  • Like other collared lizards, it can sprint bipedally on its hind legs to escape threats.
  • Males display bright coloration during breeding season to attract mates and deter rivals.
  • It feeds on insects, smaller lizards, and occasionally plant material.

Where Baja California Collared Lizard are seen

Jurisdictions with rules for Baja California Collared Lizard

Background

The Baja California collared lizard or Baja black-collared lizard (Crotaphytus vestigium) is a species of lizard in the subfamily Crotaphytinae. It is found in southern California (United States) and Baja California (Mexico).

Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Baja California Collared Lizard article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.

Frequently asked questions

What is Baja California Collared Lizard?

Baja California Collared Lizard (Crotaphytus vestigium) is an IUCN Least Concern reptile with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.

What is the scientific name for Baja California Collared Lizard?

Baja California Collared Lizard is Crotaphytus vestigium.

Is Baja California Collared Lizard regulated for fishing?

Yes — Baja California Collared Lizard has fishing regulations in 1 U.S. state and/or Canadian province tracked by CatchRules. See the "Jurisdictions with rules" section above for the binding-source links.

How can I identify Baja California Collared Lizard?

Take a photo with the free CatchRules iPhone app — on-device identification recognizes Baja California Collared Lizard along with ~1,500 other species. No sign-up, unlimited use.

Photo credit: iNaturalist / Wikipedia. Identification reference only — verify regulations with the issuing wildlife agency before retaining a catch.