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More than 1600 species of the wild flora and fauna of Zihuatanejo.
All photographs were taken in Zihuatanejo, Mexico, and the surrounding area.
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Lizards of Zihuatanejo
SUBORDER SAURIA
Mexican Racerunner
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Snakes and Lizards (Order Squamata)
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Lizards (Suborder Sauria)
Aspidoscelis guttatus
Aspidoscelis guttatus, commonly known as the Mexican Racerunner, is endemic to Mexico. It prefers dry and sandy habitats, and can often be found in open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and scrublands. It is an insectivore, feeding mainly on small arthropods such as beetles and grasshoppers. It has a distinct appearance, featuring a yellowish-tan base color covered in dark spots and stripes, with a blueish underside.
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