Gerrhonotus farri
Species of lizard
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Gerrhonotus farri, also known commonly as Farr's alligator lizard and the Tamaulipan alligator lizard, is a species of lizard in the family Anguidae. The species is native to northeastern Mexico.[1]
| Gerrhonotus farri | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Anguimorpha |
| Family: | Anguidae |
| Genus: | Gerrhonotus |
| Species: | G. farri |
| Binomial name | |
| Gerrhonotus farri | |
Etymology
The specific name, farri, is in honor of American herpetologist William L. Farr, who collected the holotype.[2]
Geographic range
G. farri is endemic to the Mexican state of Tamaulipas.[1]
Description
The holotype of G. farri has a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of 11 cm (4.3 in). It has smooth dorsal scales, and its head is distinctly wider than its neck.[1]
Reproduction
The mode of reproduction of G. farri is unknown.[1]
