A type of lizard found in southwestern North America, known for its ability to change colors slightly and its quick movements.
From Spanish 'uta,' originally from Quechua or another indigenous South American language. The word was adopted into English to name this specific genus of lizards.
Uta lizards have a fascinating defense mechanism—when threatened, they can detach their tails to escape predators, and the tail keeps wiggling to distract the attacker while the lizard runs away!
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