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Brazilian galliwasp
Species of lizard From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Brazilian galliwasp (Diploglossus lessonae) is a carnivorous species of lizard in the family Diploglossidae. The species is endemic to Brazil. It is known in Brazilian Portuguese as calango coral, calango liso, and several other common names.[2]
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Etymology
D. lessonae is named in honour of Italian zoologist Michele Lessona.[2][3]
Description
D. lessonae grows to a total length (including tail) of about 30 cm (12 in), and has a lifespan of roughly 10 years. Offspring are zebra-patterned, with white and black stripes circling their bodies. Adults are brown, with red/yellow-coloured heads and undersides, and have small legs.[citation needed]
Geographic range
D. lessonae is found in northeastern Brazil.[2]
Habitat
D. lessonae is commonly found in semiarid environments, scrub, and low forests.[citation needed]
Behavior
D. lessonae is terrestrial, diurnal, and semi-fossorial.[1]
Diet
Reproduction
D. lessonae is oviparous.[1][2] The adult female lays one clutch per year, during the dry season, and clutch size varies from one to seven eggs.[1]
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