Lizards

One thing to point out is that the denizens of the reptile world are quite unique. Most depend on solar power to start their day. Better to be on a tree and ready to run than in the shade and wondering if a cold start is possible.  

The most common lizard found in the wild in Singapore

Changeable lizard

They are found in parks and on trees by the roadside.

Changeable lizard

Then we have the big boys (By Singapore standard). This lizard that I spotted is more of a runt.

Clouded Monitor Lizard

A bigger specimen.

Clouded Monitor Lizard

A green crested lizard. They were once as common as Changeable Lizard but were less aggressive. Now found in the jungle.

Green crested lizard

A flying lizard. Likely to a be Black-bearded Flying Lizard.


This is the closest lizard that looks like a snake with legs. There is no distinction where the head ends and the body begins.

Common sun skink