Discover the Blanus aporus, commonly known as the glass lizard, a legless lizard found in the arid regions of southern Europe and North Africa. Measuring 40 to 60 cm, it boasts smooth, shiny skin, a nocturnal burrowing behavior, and a diet primarily consisting of small invertebrates, contributing significantly to its ecosystem by controlling insect populations.
Tag: southern Europe reptiles
Anguis veronensis
Discover the Italian slow worm, Anguis veronensis, a legless lizard known for its smooth, shiny scales and secretive nature, found in southern Europe's grasslands and woodlands. This species thrives on a diet of small invertebrates and plays a vital role in maintaining ecosystem balance.