Biology:Abronia oaxacae

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Short description: Species of lizard

Abronia oaxacae
CITES Appendix II (CITES)[2]
Scientific classification edit
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Anguidae
Genus: Abronia
Species:
A. oaxacae
Binomial name
Abronia oaxacae
(Günther, 1885)
Synonyms

Gerrhonotus oaxacae Günther, 1885

Abronia oaxacae is a vulnerable species of arboreal alligator lizard described in 1885 by Albert C. L. G. Günther. It is endemic to Oaxaca, Mexico.[1][3]

Distribution and habitat

Abronia oaxacae is found in the central Oaxaca state, Mexico.[1][3] It has been recorded from elevations of 2,100 to 2,743 metres (6,890 to 8,999 ft).[1]

It is an arboreal species found in primary pine-oak forest. It has been recorded from moderately disturbed areas.[1]

References

Wikidata ☰ Q2821965 entry