RA Name: "Ophisaurus"

Intake Reason: Zoo Transfer.

Hands On: NO.

Range: Southeastern United States as far north as southeastern Virginia.

Habitat: Sandy soil in pine forests and hard wood – pine mix forests.

Natural Diet: insects and other arthropods.

Lifespan: 10 + years

Reproduction: Lays eggs.

Conservation: Virginia classified the Eastern Glass Lizard as an “Endangered Species.” They are only found in one small part of Virginia and require the special protection.

Notes: The Eastern Glass Lizard is a lizard – not a snake! This lizard has no legs, but it does have eyelids and ears that snakes do not have. This lizard also has the ability to detach its long tail in case of attack. The tail will re-generate as long as the lizard finds food and stays healthy.