The Western Whiptail is an active, fast-moving lizard of arid western habitats. It forages constantly, probing crevices for prey with its tongue. Its swift running and alertness make it difficult to approach.
Habitat
Desert scrub, rocky washes, and sandy grasslands
Diet
Insects, spiders, and small lizards
How common
Common
Best time to see a Western Whiptail
The best time to see a Western Whiptail is April–June, when about 64% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 25,260 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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