Gonatodes riveroi explained

Gonatodes riveroi is a species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. The species is endemic to Colombia.

Etymology

The specific name, riveroi, is in honor of Venezuelan herpetologist Carlos Rivero-Blanco.

Geographic range

G. riveroi is found in central Colombia in Boyacá Department, Cundinamarca Department, and Meta Department.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of G. riveroi is forest, at altitudes of 230–.

Description

G. riveroi is moderately large for its genus. The maximum recorded snout-to-vent length (SVL) is 4.8cm (01.9inches).

Behavior

G. riveroi is diurnal.

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