Star Lizard

This species is listed as Least Concern in view of its wide distribution, tolerance of a broad range of habitats, presumed large population, and because it is unlikely to be declining fast enough to qualify for listing in a more threatened category.

In Egypt it is threatened by overcollection for the pet trade and habitat loss in some areas through coastal development.

The females lay from three to 12 eggs per clutch.

This lizard is largely herbivorous.

The gestation period lasts as long as the pine marten's, lasting 236–237 days, with the average litter consisting of 3-7 kits.