How Do I Catch a Lizard That Is Outside?

Observing lizards is an educational hobby. Watching a lizard in its natural habitat teaches you how lizards live and eat on a day-to-day basis. However, up close observation gives you more insight into the life of a lizard. Catching a wild lizard outside and putting it in a cage gives you the opportunity to observe nature up close.

Things You'll Need

  • Latex gloves
  • Plastic cup
  • Plastic wrap
  • Twig
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Instructions

    • 1

      Check the weather. Lizards enjoy moist areas. Go outside on a cloudy day after it has rained or while it is sprinkling.

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      Go to a wet area in your yard or a wooded area. Look for lizards toward the bottom of trees such as near the roots. Turn over rocks and leaves, as well. Look at the trunk of the tree for easy to see lizards.

    • 3

      Quietly approach the lizard. Put on a pair of gloves. Gently scoop the lizard up with your hands.

    • 4

      Cup your hands together as closely as possible.

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      Place the lizard in a cup. Cover the top of the cup with plastic wrap. Poke holes in the plastic wrap with a small twig. The holes provide the lizard with plenty of air.