Cope's ameiva
A species of Jungle-runners Scientific name : Ameiva bifrontata Genus : Jungle-runners
Cope's ameiva, A species of Jungle-runners
Scientific name: Ameiva bifrontata
Genus: Jungle-runners
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Description General Info
Description
Ameiva bifrontata, known as Cope's ameiva, is a species of teiid lizard found in Peru, Colombia, Venezuela, Netherlands Antilles, and Aruba.
General Info
Lifespan
6-8 years
Diet
Cope's ameiva primarily feeds on arthropods, demonstrating a particular preference for spiders and beetles. It is also known to consume a substantial amount of plant matter, including fruits and seeds.
Appearance
Cope's ameiva is a medium-sized lizard, characterized by a slim, streamlined body covered in shiny, smooth scales. It predominantly exhibits a rich green hue, with the males often showcasing a contrasting blue throat. Its tail, typically longer than the body, displays a series of black and white stripes. Aside from males' distinctive neck color, there are no notable differences in appearance between genders or age groups.
Behavior
Cope's ameiva is a solitary reptile, primarily terrestrial and diurnal. Its behavior includes rapid foraging for invertebrates, especially insects. Despite its solitary nature, cope's ameiva exhibits an aggressive territorial nature, fiercely defending its preferred basking sites from intruders. Adapted to tropical climates, cope's ameiva doesn't hibernate and uses camouflage as a survival tactic against predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Whiptails Genus
Jungle-runners Species
Cope's ameiva 
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