Wanna Lizard?
Ken befriends a scaly being.
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Prickly Pear Cactus
| One of the many desert plants that were in bloom.
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Is It Safe Out?
| A gecko peers out from under a board. These lizards are nocturnal and spend the day hiding in areas that retain moisture.
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Banded Gecko
| We found more banded geckos (Coleonyx variegatus) on Easter Sunday than on all other trips combined. Click here to see another pic
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Banded Gecko
| These lizards have variable colors and patterns, but are almost always well camouflaged. Click here to see another pic
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Banded Gecko | Geckos are cat-like in their movements. They appear to be fragile with granular, translucent skin.
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Lizard Lightning | It's important to stay well-hydrated when spending the day in the desert.
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Mount Charleston | The foothills of this popular ski destination are an excellent place to find reptiles. Click here to see another pic
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A Lizard in the Hand | Is worth two in the bush (side blotch lizard). |