Haemodracon riebeckii
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Haemodracon riebeckii

Haemodracon riebeckii is a species of lizard in the family Phyllodactylidae. The species is endemic to Yemen.

Animal name origin

The specific name, riebeckii, is in honor of German ethnologist Emil Riebeck.

Distribution

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H. riebeckii is found on Socotra Island and nearby Samhah Island. Both Islands belong to Yemen.

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The preferred habitats of H. riebeckii are rocky areas and shrubland, at altitudes of 0–938 m (0–3,077 ft).

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Habits and Lifestyle

H. riebeckii is active at night.

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Mating Habits

H. riebeckii is oviparous.

References

1. Haemodracon riebeckii Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haemodracon_riebeckii
2. Haemodracon riebeckii on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/169694/6667059

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