Pristidactylus valeriae
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Pristidactylus valeriae

Pristidactylus valeriae is a species of lizard in the family Leiosauridae. The species is endemic to Chile and particularly to the Chilean matorral.

Animal name origin

The specific name, valeriae, is in honor of Donoso-Barros' fourth daughter, Valeria.

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The preferred natural habitats of P. vaeriae are forest and shrubland at altitudes of 170–2,280 m (560–7,480 ft).

Mating Habits

P. valeriae is oviparous.

References

1. Pristidactylus valeriae Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pristidactylus_valeriae
2. Pristidactylus valeriae on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/18171/69941290

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