Draco sumatranus
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Draco sumatranus, the common gliding lizard, is a species of agamid lizard endemic to Southeast Asia. It has elongated ribs and skin flaps on the sides of its body. When opened, these skin flaps allow it to glide between tree trunks.
Quick Facts Common gliding lizard, Conservation status ...
Common gliding lizard | |
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Male Draco sumatranus extending gular flap at Kent Ridge Park, Singapore | |
Scientific classification | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Chordata |
Class: | Reptilia |
Order: | Squamata |
Suborder: | Iguania |
Family: | Agamidae |
Genus: | Draco |
Species: | D. sumatranus |
Binomial name | |
Draco sumatranus Schlegel, 1844 | |
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