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Liolaemus lavillai

Species of lizard From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Liolaemus lavillai is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. The species is endemic to Argentina.[2]

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Etymology

The specific name, lavillai, is in honor of Argentinian herpetologist Esteban Orlando Lavilla.[3]

Geographic range

L. lavillai is found in northwestern Argentina, in Salta Province.[1][2]

Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of L. lavillai are shrubland, grassland, and desert, at altitudes of 2,800–4,100 m (9,200–13,500 ft).[1]

Reproduction

The mode of reproduction of L. lavillai has been described as viviparous[1] and as ovoviviparous.[2]

Taxonomy

L. lavillai is a member of the L. darwinii species group.[2]

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