Sandstone Night Lizard
Sandstone night lizard is a species of lizard found in California, United States. The species is nocturnal.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Squamata |
| Family | Xantusiidae |
| Genus | Xantusia |
| Scientific Name | Xantusia gracilis |
| Size | 2.0 – 2.8 in (5.0 – 7.0 cm) |
| Color | White to yellowish upper surface with large dark brown spots; white underside with small black specks on the forepart; non-uniform spots and bands on the tail |
| Distribution | California (United States) |
| Habitat | Area of sandstone and mudstone |
| Diet | Small invertebrates like ants, beetles, and bees |
| Breeding Season | May – June |
| Mode of Reproduction | Viviparous (giving birth to live young) |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Vulnerable |
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Published on February 26th 2017 by staff under Lizards. Article was last reviewed on 14th June 2019.
