Common lizard Scientific name: Zootoca vivipara uk

Common lizard basking in the warm sun as you wander around heathlands, moorlands and grasslands. You might even be lucky enough to spot one in your garden, too, Living up to its name, the common lizard is the UK`s most common and widespread reptile; it is the only reptile native to Ireland. It is found across many habitats, including heathland, moorland, woodland and grassland, where it can be seen basking in sunny spots. Also known as the `viviparous lizard`, the common lizard is unusual among reptiles as it incubates its eggs inside its body and `gives birth` to live young rather than laying eggs. Adults emerge from hibernation in spring, mating in April and May, and producing three to eleven young in July.

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