Lophognathus gilberti
Species of lizard
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Lophognathus gilberti, also known commonly as Gilbert's dragon, Gilbert's lashtail, or Ta-ta lizard, is a species of lizard in the family Agamidae. The species is endemic to Australia.[2]
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| Lophognathus gilberti | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Iguania |
| Family: | Agamidae |
| Genus: | Lophognathus |
| Species: | L. gilberti |
| Binomial name | |
| Lophognathus gilberti Gray, 1842 | |
| Synonyms[2] | |
Etymology
The specific name, gilberti, is in honor of English naturalist John Gilbert.[3]
Geographic range
L. gilberti is found in the following Australian states and territories: northern Northern Territory, northwestern Queensland, and northern Western Australia.[1][2]
Habitat
Behaviour
L. gilberti is terrestrial and semi-arboreal.[1]
