Liolaemus magellanicus

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Liolaemus magellanicus, also known commonly as Magellan's tree iguana, is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. The species is native to southern South America. It is notable for being the southernmost lizard species in the world.[3]

Phylum:Chordata
Class:Reptilia
Order:Squamata
Suborder:Iguania
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Liolaemus magellanicus
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Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Suborder: Iguania
Family: Liolaemidae
Genus: Liolaemus
Species:
L. magellanicus
Binomial name
Liolaemus magellanicus
(Hombron & Jacquinot, 1853)
Synonyms[2]
  • Proctotretus magellanicus
    Hombron & Jacquinot, 1853
  • Liolaemus proximus
    F. Werner, 1904
  • Saccodeira arenaria
    F. Werner, 1910
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Etymology

The specific name, magellanicus, refers to the Straits of Magellan.[4]: 166 

Geographic range

Liolaemus magellanicus is found in Patagonia and Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego in Chile and Argentina.[3][2]

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Liolaemus magellanicus is areas of low vegetation such as grassland and shrubland, at elevations from sea level to 1,100 m (3,600 ft).[1]

Description

Liolaemus magellanicus may attain a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of 6.2 cm (2.4 in), with a tail length about equal to the SVL.[5]: 148–149 

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Diet

Liolaemus magellanicus preys predominately upon insects, but also eats plant material.[1]

Reproduction

Liolaemus magellanicus is viviparous.[1][2]

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