Liolaemus puelcheLiolaemus puelche is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. The species is endemic to Argentina.EtymologyThe specific name, puelche, is in honor of the aboriginal Puelche people, who live in Mendoza Province, Argentina.Geographic rangeL. puelche is found in Mendoza Province, Argentina.HabitatThe preferred natural habitat of L. puelche is shrubland, at an altitude of.DescriptionRobust and medium-sized for its genus, L. puelche may attain snout-to-vent length of almost.DietL. puelche preys predominately on arthropods, but also eats some plant matter.ReproductionL. puelche is oviparous.