Neusticurus medemi


Neusticurus medemi, also known commonly as Medem's neusticurus, is a species of lizard in the family Gymnophthalmidae. The species is native to northern South America.

Etymology

The specific name, medemi, is in honor of Colombian herpetologist Federico Medem.

Geographic range

Neusticurus medemi is found in Colombia and Venezuela.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of Neusticurus medemi are freshwater wetlands and forest, at altitudes of

Diet

Neusticurus medemi preys upon insects.

Reproduction

Neusticurus medemi is oviparous.