The dorsal pattern consists of six light stripes running the length of the body and onto the tail. The stripes on the back are yellow, and those on the sides appear white. There are no spots between the stripes. This lizard is often observed in arid or semi-arid desert environments with little vegetation. It also may inhabit lower mountainous regions.
Reproduction occurs through parthenogenesis.
One to four unfertilized eggs are laid in the summer. The hatchlings appear almost two months later. Hatchlings with bright blue tail. In North America, this lizard has a small range that includes parts of Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and northern Mexico. In Texas, it is found in the far western part of the state.