C. bicinctores is very similar to the common collared lizard, Crotaphytus collaris, in shape and size, but it lacks the bright extravagant colors.

C. bicintores has elongated scales near the claws, and the tail is more triangular in shape than round as with C.

[3] C. bicinctores has a broad head, large hind legs, and derives its specific name from the pair of black bands on the neck.

Males have broader heads than females, with a dark-colored throat and more pronounced orange crossbands on the body.

Adults range in size from 2.5 to 4.5 in (6.4 to 11.4 cm) in snout-to-vent length (SVL), with a thick tail that is often twice as long as the body.