The Zebra-tailed Lizard is among the fastest lizards in North America, capable of reaching 18 mph. It waves its boldly banded tail as it runs to confuse predators and signals rivals with push-up displays.
Best time to see a Zebra-tailed Lizard
The best time to see a Zebra-tailed Lizard is March–June, when about 66% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 10,362 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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