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Snake-Eyed Lizard
Ophisops elegans
Snake-Eyed Lizard — recorded from Georgia.
At a glance
Key facts in one look
Habitat
Rocky / open habitats
Length
Body length varies by species; see field guides
Venom
None
Conservation
See IUCN
Family
Lacertidae
Overview
Who is Snake-Eyed Lizard
Snake-Eyed Lizard (Ophisops elegans) is recorded from Georgia. It is listed as biologically confirmed in that checklist. This page summarises occurrence and general natural history from scientific sources; fine-scale districts are given only when explicitly supported.
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Snake-Eyed Lizard in photos
Identification
How to identify Snake-Eyed Lizard
How to recognise Snake-Eyed Lizard.
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Snake-Eyed Lizard is a lacertid lizard; compare head and body pattern with similar regional species.
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Diurnal and typically fast-moving.
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Use regional keys — several lacertids overlap in the Caucasus.
Biology
Diet, behavior, and conservation
Diet
Primarily insects and other small invertebrates; larger lizards may also take small vertebrates.
Behavior
Mostly diurnal; many species bask on rocks or vegetation and retreat to crevices when threatened.
Conservation
Recorded in Georgia. Local threats may include habitat degradation and collection.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Short answers to the most important questions about Snake-Eyed Lizard.
Yes. It is among the 68 amphibians and reptiles formally recorded from Georgia.
Site classification: Harmless. Venom: None.
Primarily insects and other small invertebrates; larger lizards may also take small vertebrates.
References
Sources & References
References
Sources & References
- Tarkhnishvili et al. 2026 — Annotated checklist of Georgia's amphibians and reptiles
- Iankoshvili & Tarkhnishvili 2021 — Georgian herpetofauna records cited in Tarkhnishvili et al. 2026
- The Reptile Database
- IUCN Red List
Species profiles are compiled from peer-reviewed literature and established biodiversity databases, and are reviewed as new taxonomic and conservation data become available.
