LIZARDS

I saw a lizard, what species is it?

The only native lizards on the Island are Common Lizard and Slow-worm; both are protected species. In addition, the introduced Wall Lizard is well-established in the Ventnor area. Contrary to rumours, Sand Lizards have never been recorded in the wild from the Island (neither have Smooth Snakes or Natterjack Toads).

For more information on reptiles and amphibians, visit the Herpetological Conservation Trust.

Page last updated on: 19/11/2003