Eigenmann's Eyed Lizard

Cercosaura eigenmanni

"Cercosaura eigenmanni", known commonly as Eigenmann's prionodactylus, is a species of lizard in the family Gymnophthalmidae. The species is endemic to South America
Eigenmann's Eyed Lizard (Cercosaura eigenmanni) Concesion Villa Ana, Madre de Dios, Peru. Oct 30, 2023 Cercosaura eigenmanni,Geotagged,Peru,Spring

Appearance

Adults of "C. eigenmanni" may attain a snout-to-vent length of about 4.5 cm.

Naming

The specific name, "eigenmanni", is in honor of German-born American ichthyologist Carl H. Eigenmann.

Habitat

The preferred habitat of "C. eigenmanni" is forest at altitudes of 200–700 m.

Reproduction

"C. eigenmanni" is oviparous.

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Status: Least concern
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Taxonomy
KingdomAnimalia
DivisionChordata
ClassReptilia
OrderSquamata
FamilyGymnophthalmidae
GenusCercosaura
SpeciesC. eigenmanni
Photographed in
Peru