Hispaniolan Curly-tailed Lizard Leiocephalus schreibersii

Hispaniolan Curly-tailed Lizard
Hispaniolan Curly-tailed Lizard
Hispaniolan Curly-tailed Lizard
The Hispaniolan Curly-tailed Lizard, also called the Red-sided Curly-tailed, is one of several species of curly-tailed lizards prevalent throughout the Carribbean. It is native to Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The curly tail, which can curl right up in several circles, is used as a threat (territorial and anti-predator) and in courtship.