Galapagos Lava Lizard
Galapagos Lava Lizard is a species of spotted lizards found exclusively in the Galapagos Islands. Interestingly, these reptiles are often found roaming around human habitats, consuming human foods, as also scraps from the disposed wastes.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Reptilia |
Order | Squamata |
Suborder | Iguania |
Family | Tropiduridae |
Genus | Microlophus |
Species | M. albemarlensis |
Scientific Name | Microlophus albemarlensis |
Other Names | Albemarle lava lizard |
Length/Size | 63 to 91 mm |
Body Coloration | Granule-like black and whitish gray dots all over the body |
Range/Distribution | Galápagos Islands |
Habitat | Rocky regions |
Diet/Food | Insects, spiders, and other arthropods; maggots, ants, and beetles are most common |
Clutch Size | 1 to 6 eggs |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
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Published on January 13th 2019 by staff under Lizards. Article was last reviewed on 10th January 2019.