Weber's sailfin lizard
Species of lizard
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Weber's sailfin lizard or Halmahera sailfin dragon (Hydrosaurus weberi), is a species of lizard in the family Agamidae. The species is endemic to Indonesia.
| Weber's sailfin lizard | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Iguania |
| Family: | Agamidae |
| Genus: | Hydrosaurus |
| Species: | H. weberi |
| Binomial name | |
| Hydrosaurus weberi | |
Geographic range
Longevity
Description
H. weberi is the smallest of the three recognized species of Hydrosaurus, attaining an average total length (including tail) of 2–3.2 ft (0.61–0.98 m). They are usually well distinguished with linear scales along their sides ending at the base of the tail. Their eyes are usually brown almost human like. [citation needed]
Diet
H. weberi is omnivorous; devouring whatever animal it can overpower plus consuming a variety of vegetation and fruit.[citation needed]
In captivity
In captivity, juveniles of H. weberi are usually maintained on a 70% insects 30% greens and fruit diet. Adults consume approximately 75% greens/fruit and 25% insects and other non-vegetation life.[citation needed]
Reproduction
Etymology
The specific name, weberi, is in honor of German-Dutch zoologist Max Wilhelm Carl Weber van Bosse.[6]