Liolaemus dorbignyi

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.

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 of almost 10 cm.

Diet

L. dorbignyi is herbivorous.

Reproduction

L. dorbignyi is viviparous.