Tupinambis teguixin

(Linnaeus, 1758)

Vernacular names
English : Golden tegu
French : Tégu commun

Classification
Class : Reptilia
Order : Squamata
Family : Teiidae
Notes : No subspecies known.

Identification
It can reach a length of about 1.20 m although most specimens are smaller. Triangular head, thick tail and powerful limbs. Coloration mostly golden-yellow to yellowish-brown with transversal black bands and spots on its body.

Range and habitat
The species occurs from Panama to Peru, Bolivia and most of the northern half of Brazil. Mostly found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Conservation
IUCN RED LIST : LEAST CONCERN
CITES : Appendix II
Status : This species seems to be fairly common over its wide range.
Ex-Situ Programs : None known

Observation

 

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