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Description
The yellow-spotted lizard is a big night lizard that can grow up to 5 inches in length. It is mainly brown or black but is distinguished from others by rows of yellow spots that run along its back. Its underbelly is lighter in color, and sometimes pale yellow. The lizard's head is smooth and snake-like, but it has a rough texture across the rest of its body.
Habitat
Living in both North and South America, the yellow-spotted lizard is mainly found in the belt of land between Mexico and Panama. The lizard prefers to come out at night rather than during the day. It lives on damp forest floors and roams around leaf debris and old tree hollows.
Danger to other creatures
The yellow-spotted lizard is a secretive lizard that prowls at night. This poses a danger for its prey of insects, spiders, centipedes and ants. These creatures may not suspect that the lizard is roaming and be unable to defend themselves.
Danger to humans
The yellow-spotted lizard is shy and not dangerous to humans. It does not have a poison and will not attack you if you approach it. However, this type of lizard does bite and it can be painful.
Dangers of keeping it as a pet
Yellow-spotted lizards have been known to be kept as pets. However, maintaining a damp environment for them is difficult, especially since they like old leaves and wood. This can lead to shedding problems. If there is not enough moisture in the air, the lizard will find shedding hard and it could cause health problems. Another danger is keeping male lizards together. Yellow-spotted lizards may become aggressive and fight.