About Darevskia raddei (Boettger, 1892)
Taxonomic Classification
Darevskia raddei, commonly known as the Azerbaijan lizard, is a species of lizard that belongs to the family Lacertidae. This species is endemic to Eurasia, and three recognized subspecies exist.
Geographic Range
The geographic range of D. raddei includes Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, and Turkey.
Altitude Range and Habitat
It occurs at altitudes between 600 meters and 2,500 meters, which equals 2,000 feet to 8,200 feet, and can be found in multiple habitat types: forest, shrubland, grassland, and rocky areas.
