lizard on board walk in woodland

Species Facts

  • Category: Reptile
  • Scientific name: Viviparous lizard
  • Length: typically 10–15cm
  • Status: Common

Species information

 

Identification

They are often found in open, sunny areas like heaths, moorlands, and dry stone walls.

Viviparous means they give birth to live young, not eggs.


Distribution

Common in Scotland