Liolaemus dorbignyi explained

Liolaemus dorbignyi, also known commonly as D'Orbigny's tree iguana, is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. The species is endemic to South America.

Etymology

The specific name, dorbignyi, is in honor of French naturalist Alcide d'Orbigny.[1]

Geographic range

L. dorbignyi is native to Argentina and Bolivia.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of L. dorbignyi is grassland, at altitudes of .

Description

Large and heavy-bodies for its genus, L. dorbignyi may attain a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of almost 10 cm (almost 4 in).

Diet

L. dorbignyi is herbivorous.

Reproduction

L. dorbignyi is viviparous.

Further reading

Notes and References

  1. [species:Bo Beolens|Beolens, Bo]