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Vertebrates (Subphylum Vertebrata)
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Lizards of Zihuatanejo
SUBORDER SAURIA
Boulder Spiny Lizards
Sceloporus pyrocephalus
Sceloporus pyrocephalus, commonly known as the boulder spiny lizard, is a species of lizard belonging to the Phrynosomatidae family. It is endemic to Mexico. Breeding males can be easily identified by the bright orange coloring on its head. This species feeds on a variety of insects, as well as other small invertebrates and fruits.
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