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Common Side-blotched Lizard

Uta stansburiana

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Phrynosomatidae ›Genus: Uta

About

The common side-blotched lizard (Uta stansburiana) is a species of side-blotched lizard found on the Pacific Coast of North America. It is notable for having a unique form of polymorphism wherein each of the three different male morphs utilizes a different strategy in acquiring mates. The three morphs compete against each other following a pattern of rock, paper, scissors, where one morph has advantages over another but is outcompeted by the third.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Side-blotched Lizard?
The scientific name of Common Side-blotched Lizard is Uta stansburiana.
What kingdom does Common Side-blotched Lizard belong to?
Common Side-blotched Lizard belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Side-blotched Lizard belong to?
Common Side-blotched Lizard belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Common Side-blotched Lizard belong to?
Common Side-blotched Lizard belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Common Side-blotched Lizard belong to?
Common Side-blotched Lizard belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Common Side-blotched Lizard belong to?
Common Side-blotched Lizard belongs to the family Phrynosomatidae.
What genus does Common Side-blotched Lizard belong to?
Common Side-blotched Lizard belongs to the genus Uta.