Peeper

Overview

Tiny lizards capable of emitting remarkably loud vocalizations. A variety of distinctive chirping, warbles, and whistles make up the various songs of these small critters. Most active at dawn and dusk, peepers are insectivores. Great variety in colouration and patterns exist amongst the species of these reptiles.

Peepers are small lizards which come in a wide variety of sub-species with different habitats, activity cycles and myriad songs or mating calls. Some larger specimens have reportedly been taught to mimic speech.

Common Names

Peepers, Song-Lizards

Description

Classification

reptile

Size

varies significantly between sub-species, generally less than 15 cm in length.

Appearance

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Sexual dimorphism

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Variance

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Ecology

Habitat

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Diet

Omnivorous, Eating a variety of plant materials, fruits, nuts, seeds, other smaller animals, insects, and worms.

Behaviour

Social grouping

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Temperament

inquisitive, and approachable, but will flee from sudden or aggressive actions

Intelligence

clever animals, some sub-species are capable of learning simple tricks, basic tool use, and mimicry.

Reproduction

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Sub-Species

Blue-Twin-crest

Noted for their pair of bright blue cockscomb crests which adorn the tops of their heads.

Domestication

General

Easily domesticated as pets, for entertaining songs, or limited vermin control.

As food

Too small for any large scale farming, peepers are sometimes considered a delicacy by gourmands.

See Also

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