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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area Finding your way is not always easy. But, wildlife biologists are studying the ways animals find their way in this urban mtn range.
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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
Lizards
 

Seven species of lizards can be found in the mountains. Some species are more common than others. Common lizards include western fence lizard (Sceloporus occidentalis), side-blotched lizard (Uta stansburiana), western skink (Eumeces skiltonianus), and alligator lizard (Elgaria multicarinata). The coast horned lizard (Phrynosoma coronatum), a California Special Concern species (DFG-CSC), is also regularly observed in the park in the appropriate habitat. Less common are the coastal western whiptail (Cnemidophorus tigris) and silvery legless lizard (Anniella pulchra).

 

Click here to download a checklist of the reptiles and amphibians of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.

 

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Franklin Canyon is a great place for natural and city views.

Did You Know?
At the geographical center of Los Angeles is a national park site. At Franklin Canyon Ranch in Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, you can see cityscapes and natural views. The recreation area extendes in an east-west direction running through the heart of the city.

Last Updated: May 30, 2011 at 12:20 MST