Riama orcesi
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| Riama orcesi | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Family: | Gymnophthalmidae |
| Genus: | Riama |
| Species: | R. orcesi |
| Binomial name | |
| Riama orcesi (Kizirian, 1995) | |
| Synonyms[2] | |
Riama orcesi is a species of lizard in the family Gymnophthalmidae.[2] The species is endemic to Ecuador.
The specific name, orcesi, is in honor of Ecuadorian herpetologist Gustavo Orcés.[3]
Description
The dorsal scales of Riama orcesi are rectangular and juxtaposed, each with a low rounded keel. Males have a series of 10–14 femoral pores, which may be continuous or interrupted by one or two scales. Femoral pores are absent in females. The body is brown dorsally, with a pale dorsolateral stripe on each side.[2]
Geographic range
Riama orcesi is found in northeastern Ecuador at altitudes of 1,100–2,460 m (3,610–8,070 ft).[2]
Habitat
Behavior
Riama orcesi is terrestrial.[1]
