Yes, it's a Sand Lizard. Nice find.
Thanks. That's a lifer, and nicely redeems what was otherwise a bit of a washout of a day.
Yes, it's a Sand Lizard. Nice find.
I quite often see lizards with such discoloration but on complete looking tails. I was told many years ago that regrown tails are usually rather stumpy, is that total rubbish?
John
I guess it depends on where in the tail the break occurred or the species of lizard in question. However, regrown tails can certainly be more stumpy or a different colour to the original tail. In my experience this is especially true in various geckos and skinks.
After about 8 years of waiting since we took the fish out of the pond, a newt has arrived!:clap: Just brief views so far, and a couple of record shots, but is there any chance anyone can id it from these, please? Probably either palmate or smooth, but is it possible to tell without seeing the full throat?
I would confirm palmate or smooth but you need more of the animal. For smooth you may need to see the underside but you could make a positive palmate ID if you can see palmations (webs) on the hind feet.
John
This is a later photo, is it any more use, John? If not, I'm loathe to net it just to name it, we'll just watch for a better view. There's plenty of food available, as you can see!
You're not kidding about the food!
Here's an idea: put a mirror on the bottom of the pond.
John
Anyone, apart from Mark, tried for the aesculapian snakes recently? Any tips, or details appreciated.
I'm still waiting for a decent weekend day to have a go.
John
I popped down to Regents Canal today (10.30 to 12.00) & saw 1 Aesculpanian Snake. I will post the exact location if wanted when I get home later today.
Cheers, Simon