Liolaemus hajeki explained

Liolaemus hajeki, also known commonly as Hajek's lizard and la lagartija de cuello liso de Hajek in Chilean Spanish, is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. The species is endemic to Chile.

Etymology

The specific name, hajeki, is in honor of Chilean biologist Ernst Hajek.[1]

Geographic range

L. hajeki is found in El Loa Province, Antofagasta Region, northern Chile.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of L. hajeki is shrubland, at altitudes of .

Diet

L. hajeki preys upon insects.

Reproduction

The mode of reproduction of L. hajeki is unknown.

Further reading

Notes and References

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