Desert Grassland Whiptail
Aspidoscelis Uniparens
Scientific Name
Desert Grassland Whiptail:
Aspidoscelis Uniparens
Distribution and Habitat
Geographic Range
Indigenous to central Arizona and more specifically the Mogollon Rim, Desert grassland whiptail can be found at elevations of 3,000 – 6,500 ft above sea level
Natural Habitat
Desert grassland whiptail inhabits most desert and semi-desert grasslands
Physical Characteristics
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This slim, small and dark brown lizard can be easily identified by their distinct 6 yellow/cream stripes on the body.
Quick Facts
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This species is all female, reproducing through a process known as parthenogenesis.