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Heterodactylus lundii
Species of lizard From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Heterodactylus lundii, also known commonly as Lund's teiid, is an endangered species of lizard in the family Gymnophthalmidae.[2] The species is endemic to Brazil.
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Etymology
The specific name, lundii, is in honor of Danish paleontologist Peter Wilhelm Lund.[3]
Description
Heterodactylus lundii has an elongated body and very small legs. It may attain a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of 6 cm (2.4 in). The tail length is about twice the SVL.[1]
Geographic range
Heterodactylus lundii is found in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais.[1][2]
Habitat
The preferred natural habitat of Heterodactylus lundii is savanna, at altitudes of 900–1,300 m (3,000–4,300 ft).[1]
Behavior
Heterodactylus lundii is terrestrial and fossorial.[1]
Reproduction
Heterodactylus lundii is oviparous.[1][2] Clutch size is only two eggs.[1]
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