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zelembać · Lacerta viridis
A vivid, large lizard that blazes emerald in the sun, the males flushing blue at the throat in spring. A common, cheering sight on warm walls and verges.
Identification & best seen
Up to ~40 cm with tail; brilliant green, males with a blue throat in the breeding season.
Habitat & where to see
Sunny hedgerows, scrub, vineyards and stone walls.
The breeding male's throat turns sky-blue to signal to rivals and mates.