Liolaemus cristiani | |
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Scientific classification | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Chordata |
Class: | Reptilia |
Order: | Squamata |
Suborder: | Iguania |
Family: | Liolaemidae |
Genus: | Liolaemus |
Species: | L. cristiani
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Binomial name | |
Liolaemus cristiani |
Liolaemus cristiani is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae.[2] The species is native to Chile.
The specific name, cristiani, is in honor of Cristián Navarro, son of José Navarro.[2][3]
L. cristiani is endemic to Maule Region, Chile.[1]
The preferred natural habitat of L. cristiani is rocky areas of shrubland, at altitudes of 2,300–2,460 m (7,550–8,070 ft).[1]
L. cristiani is omnivorous, preying upon insects and eating plant material.[1]
L. cristiani is viviparous.[1][2]
L. cristiani is a member of the neuquensis species group of Liolaemus.[2]