Features and Behaviour
Unlike the males, who have bright colours, young lizards and females have somewhat dull coloration (brownish).
Males show territorial behaviour. When other males enter its territory, it puffs up and raises its head. A similar behaviour is seen when they attract females. Mating takes place in spring. One or two eggs are laid shortly after, and finally hatch between June and mid-August.
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