Ameiva ameiva tobagana
A species of Jungle-runners Scientific name : Ameiva ameiva tobagana Genus : Jungle-runners
Ameiva ameiva tobagana, A species of Jungle-runners
Scientific name: Ameiva ameiva tobagana
Genus: Jungle-runners
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Description
Ameiva ameiva tobagana is highly active and diurnal, frequently seen basking or foraging in open areas complementing its diet with insects, spiders, and some plant material. Intriguingly, this species demonstrates the high plasticity of a home range structure, varying considerably from being solitary to holding elaborate social hierarchies, based upon local environmental conditions.
General Info
Lifespan
8-12 years
Diet
Ameiva ameiva tobagana is an omnivore, primarily consuming fruits and invertebrates. Its dietary preferences vary seasonally, with fruits being dominant during rainy seasons and insects during dry periods. Plant components like seeds also form part of its diet.
Appearance
Ameiva ameiva tobagana is a medium-sized lizard with a slender body shape covered in shingles-like scaly skin. It displays strikingly vibrant hues of green and brown on its back, tail, and legs. The species is characterized by a unique pattern of darker stripes and speckles running the length of its body. Notably, ameiva ameiva tobagana exhibits a long, tapering tail that exceeds the length of its body, providing a distinctive visual trait for this species.
Behavior
Ameiva ameiva tobagana is a solitary reptile, primarily observable during daylight hours when it exhibits notable foraging behavior. Active predator, it focuses predominantly on arthropods. Notorious for its territorial nature, ameiva ameiva tobagana marks its environment through scent trails and aggressively defends its space. Unlike other species, it lacks prominent migratory patterns, adapting instead to local conditions.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Whiptails Genus
Jungle-runners Species
Ameiva ameiva tobagana 
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