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Jeweled Lacerta
IntermediateTimon lepidus
Europe's largest lacertid lizard. Vivid green body with jewel-like blue spots. Active and requires spacious enclosure. Prefers dry Mediterranean climate.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
22〜35℃
Lifespan
15-20 years
Size
50-70cm
Humidity
30〜50%
Diet
Omnivore (insects, small rodents, fruit)
About
The jeweled lacerta (Timon lepidus), also known as the ocellated lizard, is a large lacertid lizard distributed mainly across the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. Its name comes from the rows of striking blue eye-spots (ocelli) along its flanks. Adults reach 50–70 cm in total length, making it one of the largest European lizards. It is diurnal and fond of basking, inhabiting dry scrubland and rocky areas. Keeping it requires strong UVB lighting, a basking temperature gradient, and a dry substrate. It is omnivorous, feeding chiefly on insects but also taking small vertebrates and fruit. Though agile and often wary, it is hardy and manageable to keep, and its beauty makes it a popular species.
Basic Info
Origin
Southwestern Europe (Iberian Peninsula—Spain and Portugal—and southern France)
Lifespan
15-20 years
Size
50-70cm
Temperature
22〜35℃
Humidity
30〜50%
Diet
Omnivore (insects, small rodents, fruit)
Care Guide
Enclosure
120cm+ spacious cage. Very active
Lighting
References & Sources
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Primary sources
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Timon lepidus (Daudin, 1802)
Synonyms: Lacerta lepida Daudin, 1802, Lacerta lepida oteroi Castroviejo & Mateo, 1998, Lacerta margaritata Schinz, 1833, Lacerta ocellata Daudin, 1802, Lacerta ocellata iberica López-Seoane, 1884, Lacerta ocellata var. iberica Seoane, 1885
Authority databases: GBIF · Reptile Database
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listedIUCN LC · Least Concern
Sources: CITES Checklist (掲載なし) / IUCN Red List
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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