Liolaemus lavillai


Liolaemus lavillai is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. The species is endemic to Argentina.

Etymology

The specific name, lavillai, is in honor of Argentinian herpetologist Esteban Orlando Lavilla.

Geographic range

L. lavillai is found in northwestern Argentina, in Salta Province.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of L. lavillai are shrubland, grassland, and desert, at altitudes of.

Reproduction

The mode of reproduction of L. lavillai has been described as viviparous and as ovoviviparous.

Taxonomy

L. lavillai is a member of the L. darwinii species group.