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Sonoran Spotted Whiptail
Aspidoscelis sonorae
Across the regions where it's common, the Sonoran Spotted Whiptail peaks from May to August.
Shows up in 3 ecoregions and 2 states
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Lizards
Sonoran Spotted Whiptail
Aspidoscelis sonorae
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Description
The Sonoran spotted whiptail (Aspidoscelis sonorae) is a parthenogenic species of teiid lizard found in Arizona and New Mexico in the United States, and Mexico.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
PeakShoulderQuiet
Ecoregions
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Arizona and New Mexico MountainsSonoran DesertSouthern California Coast introducedStates
About the Sonoran Spotted Whiptail
When is the Sonoran Spotted Whiptail most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Sonoran Spotted Whiptail peaks from May to August.
Where does the Sonoran Spotted Whiptail live?
It has enough records to show in 3 ecoregions and 2 states, including Arizona and California.