European Wall Lizard Podarcis muralis
Identification
This lizard has a slender form with mottled or striped patterns. It resembles the Common Wall Lizard and is often grouped with it.
Location
Introduced
Size
5 to 7 inches
Diet
It feeds on insects spiders and small invertebrates.
Habitat
It occurs in localized introduced populations in southwest Ohio.
Activity Period
April to September
Behavior
It is agile and climbs vertical surfaces with ease. It is well adapted to human altered environments. It is most active in warm sunny conditions.
Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in spring and females lay multiple clutches.
Population
The population is stable in urban habitats.
History
It has been introduced through accidental or intentional releases.
Human Interactions
It is harmless and frequently observed on walls and rocks.
Facts
It is one of the most successful introduced lizards in the region.
Sources
ODNR academic sources
Insects spiders small invertebrates | Urban walls rocky areas disturbed sites | Southwest Ohio