Liolaemus patriciaiturrae
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| Liolaemus patriciaiturrae | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Iguania |
| Family: | Liolaemidae |
| Genus: | Liolaemus |
| Species: | L. patriciaiturrae |
| Binomial name | |
| Liolaemus patriciaiturrae | |
Liolaemus patriciaiturrae is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. The species is endemic to Chile.[2]
The specific name, patriciaiturrae, is in honor of Chilean herpetologist Patricia Iturra.[3]
Geographic range
L. patriciaiturrae is found in Atacama Region,[1] which is in northern Chile.[2]
Habitat
Description
L. patriciaiturrae is one of the largest species in the L. ruibali species group. It has juxtaposed dorsal scales, and it lacks auricular and tympanic scales. Males exhibit a melanic throat and chest.[2]
Diet
L. patriciaiturrae preys upon invertebrates and also eats plant material.[1]