title: Phoenicolacerta troodica
text: # Phoenicolacerta troodica
  
  Phoenicolacerta troodica is a species of lizard in the family Lacertidae. It is endemic to Cyprus, where it is common and widespread.
  
  ## Habitat and conservation
  
  Its natural habitats are Mediterranean-type shrubby vegetation, rocky areas, rural areas and possibly more urban ones. Its population is stable.
  
  ## Description
  
  Its length is up to 22cm, with males slightly larger than females. Tail length is between 2–2.3 times body length.
  
  