Lizards of Mongolia

Every lizards in the Wildlife of Mongolia guide: 12 species, grouped by family or group. Each name opens its page with photos, identification notes, habitat and range.

Agamidae

• Toad-headed Agama Phrynocephalus versicolor
• Mongolian Rock Agama Paralaudakia stoliczkana
• Sunwatcher Toadhead Agama Phrynocephalus helioscopus

Gekkonidae

• Kaspischer Even-fingered Gecko Alsophylax pipiens
• Gobi Naked-toed Gecko Tenuidactylus elongatus

Lacertidae

• Gobi Racerunner Eremias przewalskii
• Multi-ocellated Racerunner Eremias multiocellata
• Mongolian Racerunner Eremias argus
• Steppe-runner Eremias arguta
• Sand Lizard Lacerta agilis
• Viviparous Lizard Zootoca vivipara

Sphaerodactylidae

• Przewalski's Wonder Gecko Teratoscincus przewalskii

Frequently asked questions

How many lizards are in the Wildlife of Mongolia guide?

The guide lists 12 lizards of Mongolia, each with its own page covering identification, habitat and range.

Which groups of lizards are covered?

Agamidae (3), Gekkonidae (2), Lacertidae (6), Sphaerodactylidae (1).