Peru desert tegu
A species of Dicrodon Scientific name : Dicrodon guttulatum Genus : Dicrodon
Peru desert tegu, A species of Dicrodon
Scientific name: Dicrodon guttulatum
Genus: Dicrodon
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Description
Dicrodon guttulatum, the Peru desert tegu , is a species of teiid lizard found in Ecuador and Peru.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Peru desert tegu is primarily insectivorous, subsisting mostly on ants and termites. It possesses a specialized feeding strategy that involves active foraging during the day, using its tongue to capture prey from the forest floor.
Appearance
Peru desert tegu is a small reptile with a smooth, glossy skin. Most distinctively, it bears dark speckles over a yellow-brown to near black base color, offering a granulated appearance. Its body is elongated, culminating in a tapering tail. No significant differences are observed in coloration or size due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Peru desert tegu employs a solitary lifestyle, known for its unique burrowing activity. It digs tunnels in sandy soils to create a network of chambers for shelter and food storage. It's primarily nocturnal, showing heightened activity during twilight hours. Peru desert tegu's interaction with its peers is primarily territorial, marking areas with scent glands.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Whiptails Genus
Dicrodon Species
Peru desert tegu 
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