Frost's arboreal alligator lizard facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Frost's arboreal alligator lizard |
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Abronia (lizard)
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frosti
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The Frost's arboreal alligator lizard (Abronia frosti) is a special kind of lizard. It belongs to a group of lizards called the Anguidae family. This lizard is found only in one country, Guatemala, in Central America. This means it is endemic to Guatemala.
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About the Name
This lizard got its name, frosti, to honor an American scientist. His name was Darrel R. Frost. He was a herpetologist, which is a scientist who studies reptiles and amphibians.
Where It Lives
The Frost's arboreal alligator lizard lives in a very specific place. It is found in just one small area in the Huehuetenango Department of Guatemala. This area is quite isolated, meaning it's far away from other places.
Its Home Environment
This lizard prefers to live in forests. It likes high places, usually found at altitudes between 2,800 and 2,900 meters (about 9,200 to 9,500 feet) above sea level. This kind of environment is its natural habitat.
What It Looks Like
The Frost's arboreal alligator lizard looks different from other Abronia lizards found in Guatemala. One key difference is that it does not have spiky bumps above its ears. This helps scientists tell it apart from its relatives.
Reproduction and Life Cycle
The Frost's arboreal alligator lizard has a special way of having babies. It is ovoviviparous. This means the mother carries the eggs inside her body until they hatch. Then, she gives birth to live young.
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