Swamplands lashtail
A species of Long-snouted lashtail Scientific name : Gowidon temporalis Genus : Long-snouted lashtail
Swamplands lashtail, A species of Long-snouted lashtail
Scientific name: Gowidon temporalis
Genus: Long-snouted lashtail
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Description
Tropicagama is a genus of arboreal lizards in the family Agamidae. It is monotypic in the genus with one species listed, Tropicagama temporalis, the swamplands lashtail or northern water dragon. It is found in Irian Jaya, New Guinea, and the Northern Territory and Western Australia in Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Diet
Swamplands lashtail predominantly feeds on small invertebrates, specifically insects. This avid insectivore can often be observed actively hunting ants, beetles, spiders, and caterpillars, contributing to a diverse and protein-rich diet.
Appearance
Swamplands lashtail is a small, slender lizard with a lean body and smooth, scaly skin. Its color varies from pale yellow to grey-brown, often blending with a rough, rocky environment. A significant characteristic is its large, irregularly shaped blotches ranging from dark brown to black. There are no known distinct differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Swamplands lashtail is a solitary and predominantly arboreal species. Notable for its diurnal activity, the species exhibits distinctive basking behavior for thermoregulation. Swamplands lashtail specializes in foraging for small invertebrates in leaf litter and bark crevices. Surrounding territory is marked and defended aggressively against intruders, thus displaying a fascinating territorial behavior.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Dragons Genus
Long-snouted lashtail Species
Swamplands lashtail 
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