Takydromus dorsalis

Takydromus dorsalis, the Sakishima grass lizard, is a species of lizard in the family Lacertidae. It is endemic to the Yaeyama Islands (Ishigaki Island, Iriomote Island, Kohama Island and Kuroshima) in southern Japan.^[2]

Takydromus dorsalis
Conservation status
Endangered  (IUCN 3.1)[1]
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Chordata
Class:	Reptilia
Order:	Squamata
Family:	Lacertidae
Genus:	Takydromus
Species:	T. dorsalis
Binomial name
Takydromus dorsalis Stejneger, 1904

Etymology

The name "Takydromus" means "fast-running", derived from greek. "Dorsalis" was inspired by its small, differently arranged dorsal scales that distinguish it from other species.^[3]

Activity

It is diurnal. The females lay clutches of one to two eggs.^[1]

Threats

The IUCN lists the species as endangered. Threats consist of habitat degradation and invasive peacocks.^[1]

Gallery

Takydromus dorsalis