Liolaemus fitzingerii facts for kids
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Liolaemus
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fitzingerii
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Liolaemus fitzingerii, often called Fitzinger's tree iguana, is a type of lizard. It belongs to the Liolaemidae family. This lizard lives in the very southern parts of South America.
What's in a Name?
The name fitzingerii honors a scientist named Leopold Fitzinger. He was an Austrian herpetologist, which means he studied reptiles and amphibians.
Where Does It Live?
Fitzinger's tree iguana lives in two countries in South America. You can find it in Argentina, specifically in the Chubut Province and Santa Cruz Province. It also lives in Chile, in the Aysén Region.
Home Sweet Home
This lizard likes to live in certain natural places. Its favorite habitats are shrubland and grassland. You can find it from sea level all the way up to about 1,100 meters (3,600 feet) high.
What's for Dinner?
L. fitzingerii mainly eats insects. It is a predator that hunts these small creatures for its meals.
Reproduction
Fitzinger's tree iguana is oviparous. This means that the female lizard lays eggs. The young lizards then hatch from these eggs.
