Darevskia salihae, a medium-sized lizard from the Caucasus, known for its striking coloration and agile behavior. This insectivorous species thrives in rocky habitats and plays a crucial role in its ecosystem, although it is currently classified as Vulnerable due to habitat loss.
Tag: Caucasus reptiles
Darevskia rostombekowi
remarkable Darevskia rostombekowi, a slender lizard native to the rocky slopes of the Greater Caucasus mountains, featuring distinctive brown, gray, and yellow coloration. This vulnerable species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and serves as a food source for larger predators.
Darevskia rudis
Darevskia rudis, a stunning diurnal lizard native to the mountainous regions of the Caucasus, characterized by its agile movements, a robust body, and vibrant brown to grey coloration with distinctive stripes. This Near Threatened species plays a vital role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations while serving as prey for larger predators.
Darevskia portschinskii
<strong>Darevskia portschinskii</strong>, commonly found in the Caucasus mountainous regions, is a slender lizard reaching 18 to 25 centimeters. Known for its distinctive brown to greenish scales and diurnal behavior, this species plays a vital role in controlling insect populations while facing threats from habitat loss.
Darevskia nairensis
The Darevskia nairensis is a vibrant lizard species found in the mountainous regions of the Caucasus, known for its slender body, detailed patterns, and remarkable adaptability to rocky habitats. With a diet primarily consisting of insects, this diurnal species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem while facing conservation challenges due to habitat loss.
Darevskia mixta
stunning Darevskia mixta, or mixed Darevsky lizard, a vulnerable species native to the rocky outcrops and grasslands of the Caucasus, characterized by its vibrant green, brown, and yellow colors and agile movements. This diurnal lizard thrives on a diet of small insects and plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by helping control insect populations.
Darevskia dryada
Darevskia dryada, known as the dryad lizard, is a diurnal reptile found in Eastern Europe's temperate forests, characterized by its slender body, vibrant green or brown coloration, and distinctive dark spots. This vulnerable species thrives in moist, rocky habitats and plays a vital role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations.
Darevskia josefschmidtleri
Darevskia joselschmidtleri, a striking medium-sized lizard from the Caucasus, thriving in rocky, vegetated mountainous regions. With vibrant coloration, agile climbing abilities, and a diet primarily of insects, this species plays a vital role in its ecosystem, while currently facing vulnerabilities due to habitat loss.
Darevskia defilippii
Darevskia defilippii is a vulnerable lizard species native to Eastern Europe and the Caucasus, measuring 10 to 15 centimeters with a grey to light brown coloration and distinctive dark stripes. Primarily diurnal, it thrives in rocky slopes and grasslands, primarily feeding on insects and exhibiting territorial behavior during its seasonal breeding in spring.
Darevskia bendimahiensis
Darevskia bendimahiensis, also known as the bendimahi lizard, is a vulnerable species native to the Caucasus mountains, thriving in rocky habitats at altitudes of 1,200 to 2,000 meters. This agile lizard, reaching lengths of 15 to 20 cm, is characterized by its smooth scales and patterns that provide excellent camouflage among its environment.