Arthrosaura kockii

Arthrosaura kockii is a species of lizard in the family Gymnophthalmidae. The species is native to northeastern South America.

Etymology

The specific name, kockii, is in honor of Dutch physician P.J. de Kock who collected natural history specimens in Suriname.

Description

Dorsally, A. kockii is dark brown, with a wide tan vertebral stripe. Ventrally, it is cream-colored.

Geographic range

A. kockii is found in Brazil, French Guiana, and Suriname.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of A. kockii is forest at altitudes from sea level to.

Reproduction

A. kockii is oviparous.