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I've disturbed a lizard from hibernation what should I do?

Quick answer
Re-cover or relocate to a similar habitat, it should be fine.

Further information
Lizards spend the very coldest weather hibernating but milder patches can encourage them to move around. For this reason, if you do disturb a hibernating lizard it shouldn't cause any damage.

It's best to leave the lizard where you found it and re-cover to protect from weather and predators. If this is not possible, relocate it to a similar habitat near by. Don't be tempted to try and help it by bringing it indoors - once it warms up it will need to eat and finding food will be very difficult. It's far better for it to be in its natural surroundings where it can readjust.

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