Galapagos Lava Lizard
Galapagos Lava Lizard is a species of spotted lizards found exclusively in the Galapagos Islands. Interestingly, these reptiles are often found roaming around human habitats, consuming human foods, as also scraps from the disposed wastes.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Squamata |
| Suborder | Iguania |
| Family | Tropiduridae |
| Genus | Microlophus |
| Species | M. albemarlensis |
| Scientific Name | Microlophus albemarlensis |
| Other Names | Albemarle lava lizard |
| Length/Size | 63 to 91 mm |
| Body Coloration | Granule-like black and whitish gray dots all over the body |
| Range/Distribution | Galápagos Islands |
| Habitat | Rocky regions |
| Diet/Food | Insects, spiders, and other arthropods; maggots, ants, and beetles are most common |
| Clutch Size | 1 to 6 eggs |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
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Published on January 13th 2019 by staff under Lizards. Article was last reviewed on 10th January 2019.
