Darevskia rudis svanetica
A species of Darevskia Scientific name : Darevskia rudis svanetica Genus : Darevskia
Darevskia rudis svanetica, A species of Darevskia
Scientific name: Darevskia rudis svanetica
Genus: Darevskia
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Description
Darevskia rudis svanetica is a fascinating lizard species that thrives predominantly in high altitude environments. Key to its survival in such harsh conditions is its remarkable thermoregulatory capability. Unusually, darevskia rudis svanetica exhibits ovoviviparity, meaning females have an adapted gestation period, leading to live birth, a strategy that aids survival of its offspring in cold environments.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Darevskia rudis svanetica primarily subsists on an insectivorous diet, with a preference for small invertebrates. They thrive on a diversity of insects and arachnids, including beetles, spiders, and ant species. The prominence of these prey items varies with seasonal availability.
Appearance
Darevskia rudis svanetica is a small lizard with a slender body, measuring up to 6 centimeters in length. It is covered in smooth, overlapping scales that are mainly brown or grayish-brown, often with dark spots or crossbars along its back and tail. It does not possess any horns or wings. Females are generally larger than males with less distinct patterning. There is little significant variation in appearance across its lifespan.
Behavior
Darevskia rudis svanetica exhibits solitary behavior, spending much of its time basking and regulating body temperature. It also engages in intermittent foraging during the daytime, specifically catered around nutritionally rich arthropods. Darevskia rudis svanetica is territorial and exhibits combat dance during conflicts for mating or territorial rights. Adapted to mountainous terrain, it demonstrates expert climbing capabilities.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Wall lizards Genus
Darevskia Species
Darevskia rudis svanetica 
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