New Mexico field viewing guide
Greater earless lizard in New Mexico — where & when to see them by RV
Cophosaurus texanus
Active by day, basks on rocks or sand.
4peak months
3prime spots
Natural history
About the Greater earless lizard
Greater earless lizards are diurnal, often seen basking on rocks or open ground. They feed primarily on insects and other small arthropods.
Where to look
Conservation status
See the Greater earless lizard up close
When to watch
The best months to see the greater earless lizard
Wildlife runs on a calendar. Here is the window when sightings peak in New Mexico — plan your trip around the lit months, then check the local refuge or park report before you go.
Best months
Apr · May · Jun · Jul
Best viewed in spring or fall during morning hours; check the official park report.
Plan the trip
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Good to know
Common questions
What do greater earless lizards eat?
They eat insects such as beetles, ants, and grasshoppers.
Are greater earless lizards rare?
No, they are common in suitable desert habitats of the southwestern U.S.
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