Gerrhonotus lugoi

Gerrhonotus lugoi, also known commonly as Lugo's alligator lizard and la lagartija escorpion de Lugo in Mexican Spanish, is a species of lizard in the subfamily Gerrhonotinae of the family Anguidae. The species is endemic to Mexico.

Etymology

The specific name, lugoi, is in honor of José "Pepe" Lugo Guajardo of Cuatro Ciénegas, Mexico, who for many years acted as a guide for scientists conducting fieldwork in the area.

Geographic distribution

Gerrhonotus lugoi is found in the Mexican states of Coahuila and Nuevo León.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Gerrhonotus lugoi is rocky desert.

Reproduction

Gerrhonotus lugoi, is oviparous.