Lizard ecology

Lizard ecology involves understanding how these reptiles interact with their environment, including their roles as predators and prey. Lizards typically thrive in diverse habitats like deserts, forests, and grasslands, where they hunt insects, small animals, or plants, depending on the species. They rely on camouflage, agility, and thermoregulation—basking in the sun or hiding to stay cool—to survive. Lizards also play a key role in food webs, helping control pest populations and serving as prey for birds, snakes, and mammals. Their behaviors, diet, and habitat preferences are shaped by environmental factors, making them important indicators of ecosystem health.