Emerald Swift
Native to Central America, the emerald swift is a species of small lizards that are known for their bright green color and rough, spiny looks.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Squamata |
| Suborder | Iguania |
| Family | Iguanidae |
| Subfamily | Phrynosomatinae |
| Genus | Sceloporus |
| Species | S. malachiticus |
| Scientific Name | Sceloporus malachiticus |
| Other Names | Green spiny lizard |
| Length | 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) |
| Coloration | Shades of green |
| Distribution | From Mexico to Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama |
| Habitat | Burrows, under rocks or logs |
| Diet | Insects and worms |
| Clutch Size | 6 to 15 young |
| Mode of Reproduction | Ovoviviparous |
Emerald Swift Pictures Gallery
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- Green Spiny Lizard
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- Sceloporus Malachiticus
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- Emerald Swift Setup
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- Emerald Swift Female
Published on September 1st 2017 by staff under Lizards. Article was last reviewed on 14th June 2019.
