Viviparous lizard  (Lacerta vivipara)

Range

This species is widespread throughout Britain, and is the only native lizard found in Ireland. Outside of Britain, this species has one of the widest ranges of any vertebrate; it is found from France through Europe and across Asia, reaching the Pacific coast. It occurs as far south as the Mediterranean, and is the most northerly of all reptiles, inhabiting Scandinavia and Arctic Russia (2).

Habitat

Found in a variety of habitats, and prefers open sunny areas. It tends to occur in dry areas, but also frequents wet heaths. Main habitats include commons, moorland, heaths, sea cliffs, dry stone walls and embankments (4).

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