Heterodactylus lundii

Heterodactylus lundii, also known commonly as Lund's teiid, is an endangered species of lizard in the family Gymnophthalmidae. The species is endemic to Brazil.

Etymology

The specific name, lundii, is in honor of Danish paleontologist Peter [Wilhelm Lund].

Description

Heterodactylus lundii has an elongated body and very small legs. It may attain a snout-to-vent length of. The tail length is about twice the SVL.

Geographic range

Heterodactylus lundii is found in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Heterodactylus lundii is savanna, at altitudes of.

Behavior

Heterodactylus lundii is terrestrial and fossorial.

Reproduction

Heterodactylus lundii is oviparous. Clutch size is only two eggs.