Species profile
Common Sagebrush Lizard
Sceloporus graciosus
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At a glance
Common Sagebrush Lizard (Sceloporus graciosus) is an IUCN Least Concern reptile with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
Confirmed by 9,641 research-grade iNaturalist observations, with California, Utah, and Idaho the top jurisdictions by observation count.
Notable details
- Males display vivid blue belly patches to signal territory and attract mates.
- Can voluntarily shed its tail to escape a predator; a shorter tail grows back.
- Rarely exceeds 6 inches total length, making it one of the smaller spiny lizards.
- Closely tied to sagebrush habitat across the Great Basin and Intermountain West.
- Lays clutches of 2–8 eggs per season.
Where Common Sagebrush Lizard are seen
Background
The sagebrush lizard (Sceloporus graciosus) is a common species of phrynosomatid lizard found at mid to high altitudes in the western United States of America. It belongs to the genus Sceloporus (spiny lizards) in the Phrynosomatidae family of reptiles. Named after the sagebrush plants near which it is commonly found, the sagebrush lizard has keeled and spiny scales running along its dorsal…
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Common Sagebrush Lizard article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Common Sagebrush Lizard?
Common Sagebrush Lizard (Sceloporus graciosus) 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 Common Sagebrush Lizard?
Common Sagebrush Lizard is Sceloporus graciosus.
Are there fishing rules for Common Sagebrush Lizard?
Common Sagebrush Lizard does not currently have published fishing rules in CatchRules' curated jurisdictions. Identification, range, and habitat are still tracked above.
How can I identify Common Sagebrush Lizard?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules app for iPhone or Android — on-device identification recognizes Common Sagebrush 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.