Liolaemus hellmichi

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Liolaemus hellmichi, commonly known as Hellmich's tree iguana, is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. This species is endemic to the Chilean matorral ecoregion within the nation of Chile.

Etymology

The specific name, hellmichi, is in honor of German herpetologist Walter Hellmich.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of L. hellmichi is desert, at altitudes of 1,000 –.

Diet

L. hellmichi preys upon arthropods.

Reproduction

L. hellmichi is oviparous.

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