Argueta Arboreal Alligator Lizard
Abronia vasconcelosii
Abronia vasconcelosii, sometimes known as Bocourt's arboreal alligator lizard, is a species of lizard in the family Anguidae. It is endemic to the plateau of the Guatemalan Highlands, where it occurs in lower montane moist forest and cloud forest habitat at elevations around 2,000–2,200 m (6,600–7,200 ft) above sea level. Abronia vasconcelosii exhibits complex aggressive behavior patterns, including approaches, head flexing, and body arching, particularly during male-male encounters where aggression is more pronounced, leading to biting behaviors directed at the tail.
Abronia vasconcelosii est une espèce de sauriens de la famille des Anguidae. Répartition Cette espèce est endémique du Guatemala. Elle se rencontre entre 2 000 et 2 200 m d'altitude.
Abronia vasconcelosii es una especie de lagartos diploglosos de la familia Anguidae. Es endémico del altiplano de Guatemala. Su rango altitudinal oscila entre 2000 y 2200 m s.
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