Liolaemus hajeki


Liolaemus hajeki, also known commonly as Hajek's lizard and la lagartija de cuello liso de Hajek in Chilean Spanish, is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. The species is endemic to Chile.

Etymology

The specific name, hajeki, is in honor of Chilean biologist Ernst Hajek.

Geographic range

L. hajeki is found in El Loa Province, Antofagasta Region, northern Chile.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of L. hajeki is shrubland, at altitudes of.

Diet

L. hajeki preys upon insects.

Reproduction

The mode of reproduction of L. hajeki is unknown.