The Eastern Fence Lizard is a rough-scaled lizard common on logs and fence posts across the eastern U.S. Males have brilliant blue patches on their belly and throat used in territorial displays. It basks frequently in sunny spots.
Best time to see a Eastern Fence Lizard
The best time to see a Eastern Fence Lizard is February–June, when about 63% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 230,122 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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