{"product_id":"complete-guide-to-small-lizards-james-duggar-9798266441897","title":"Complete Guide to Small Lizards: Care, Identification, and Habitat Insights for Small Lizard Species","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroduction to Small Lizards\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is a Small Lizard?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLizards are a diverse group of reptiles belonging to the order \u003ci\u003eSquamata\u003c\/i\u003e, which also includes snakes. While lizards come in all shapes and sizes-from the massive Komodo dragon to tiny geckos that could sit on a fingertip-this book focuses on the fascinating world of \u003ci\u003esmall lizards\u003c\/i\u003e, generally considered those under 20 cm (8 inches) in length from snout to tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall lizards are a global phenomenon. From the leaf litter of tropical forests to urban walls and windows, these tiny reptiles can be found thriving in a wide range of environments. Despite their size, they're anything but insignificant. Many play crucial roles in ecosystems, serve as indicators of environmental health, and exhibit some of the most intriguing behaviors and adaptations in the animal kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut what exactly defines a \"small\" lizard? It's not just about being short or lightweight. In this book, the term refers to species that are: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNaturally small in adult size (not juveniles of larger species)\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightweight and agile, usually under 50 grams\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOften insectivorous (insect-eating)\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdapted to microhabitats like tree bark, under rocks, or household walls\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFamous small lizards include the \u003cb\u003edwarf gecko (Sphaerodactylus ariasae)\u003c\/b\u003e-considered the smallest known lizard and one of the smallest vertebrates in the world-as well as common species like \u003cb\u003ehouse geckos\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eanoles\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003esmall skinks\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDespite their size, small lizards often possess features similar to their larger cousins: scaly skin, clawed toes, sharp eyesight, and some surprising superpowers like tail regeneration or color change. In fact, some of their adaptations are even more impressive due to the challenges posed by their size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e James Duggar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798266441897\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/21\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 112\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.35lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d","brand":"James Duggar","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47453056434431,"sku":"9798266441897","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_54a539b9-16af-4d56-a64c-f6e6a7059e3e.jpg?v=1761931654","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/complete-guide-to-small-lizards-james-duggar-9798266441897","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}