What is another word for alligator lizard?
Pronunciation: [ˈalɪɡˌe͡ɪtə lˈɪzəd] (IPA) 
Alligator lizards are a type of reptile which belong to the Anguidae family. These lizards are native to the Western parts of the United States and Mexico. Some common synonyms for alligator lizards include "side-blotched lizard", "fence lizard" and "spiny lizard". These synonyms are derived from the physical characteristics of the alligator lizard such as the spines on their back, the blotched pattern on their sides and their preferred habitat of staying near fences or walls. Although alligator lizards can be found in a variety of colors and patterns, their unique features make them easily recognizable to those who encounter them in the wild.
