
The oriental garden lizard
The oriental garden lizard (Calotes versicolor) is a colorful, adaptable reptile native to South Asia. It features a spiny back, a pointed head, and can change color to blend into its surroundings. These lizards thrive in various habitats, from forests to urban areas, and feed on insects.

The oriental garden lizard, also called the eastern garden lizard, Indian garden lizard, common garden lizard, bloodsucker or changeable lizard, is an agamid lizard found widely distributed in indo-Malaya. It has also been introduced in many other parts of the world.
Similar species: Snakes And Lizards
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Uploaded May 17, 2024. Captured in WX49+CVJ, Malabe, Sri Lanka.