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Italian Wall Lizard - Podarcis sicula campestris 4 sale

Vinman
09-22-2008, 08:25 PM
I have a bunch of wild caught from a NY local that were introduced to NY in 1967. They are cold tolerant as they winter over every year and have populated many area's in the southern part of the state. A lot of them are in shed and look dull. Most of them are bright green to a deep evergreen on the back. They eat all kinds of bugs and some fruit. I 'm selling them at 5 inches to full grown for, 20. ea, *** 35. a pair, *** 45. a trio *** 75. for 6 ***. Will ship Priority shipping through the U.S. post office . USPS Priority shipping and box charge is 15 bucks to the lower 48 states if you want over night I will do fedex but it will be a more money for the shipping charge Call for prices on 50 lot & bigger



Italian Wall Lizard - Podarcis sicula campestris
Description: 6 - 8 ¼" (15 - 21 cm). Dorsal color green with a black and brown spotted line down center from neck to base of tail. White lateral stripe down each side from neck to base of tail. Ventral surface completely white, except lateral border where there are sporadic black spots. Jaw white. Eyes small. Narrow, slender lizards with small scales. Juveniles have more distinct lines and lack green stripes early on.

Similar species in our area: NONE

Lifestyle: This lizard has been introduced to L.I. from Europe. It was first introduced onto L.I. in 1967. It is abundant locally in specific localities. They thrive in urbanized areas living in and around human debris, rocks and logs. Prefer areas with sunlight, especially fields bordered with low vegetation. Primary found on the ground but will climb. Mates in spring and early summer. Young lack green stripes, and are much duller in color, with distinct stripes down back and are 1.5-3". This species is diurnal.
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