Liolaemus fitzingerii


Liolaemus fitzingerii, also known commonly as Fitzinger's tree iguana, is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. The species is native to extreme southern South America.

Etymology

The specific name, fitzingerii, is in honor of Austrian herpetologist Leopold Fitzinger.

Geographic range

L. fitzingerii is found in Argentina and Chile.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of L. fitzingerii are shrubland and grassland, at altitudes from sea level to.

Diet

L. fitzingerii preys predominately on insects.

Reproduction

L. fitzingerii is oviparous.