Bitten by an Alligator…Lizard!

Coyote Peterson explores the Pacific Coast, encountering diverse wildlife including Garter snakes and a southern alligator lizard. He discusses their defense mechanisms, such as pooping and tail autotomy, while reflecting on the experience and inviting viewers to share their own wildlife encounters.

What is the primary habitat mentioned for the southern alligator lizard?

How does the southern alligator lizard camouflage itself in its environment?

What is the significance of the lizard's prehensile tail?

Describe the defense mechanism of the southern alligator lizard when threatened.

What are some characteristics of the southern alligator lizard's appearance?

What can you infer about the diet of the southern alligator lizard based on the narrator's observations?

What did the narrator experience while handling the southern alligator lizard?