Middle american ameiva
A species of Holcosus, Also known as Tiger ameiva Scientific name : Holcosus festivus Genus : Holcosus
Middle american ameiva, A species of Holcosus
Also known as:
Tiger ameiva
Scientific name: Holcosus festivus
Genus: Holcosus
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Description General Info
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Description
H. festivus is brown-colored, with darker browns making a zig-zag pattern down the back. A similar species is Holcosus quadrilineatus. Juveniles have metallic-blue tails. 
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Middle american ameiva predominantly feeds on arthropods, demonstrating an inclination primarily towards beetles and spiders. It exhibits specific prey preferences, mostly hunting during the crepuscular and nocturnal hours.
Appearance
Middle american ameiva is a medium-sized lizard with a sleek, elongated body shape and smooth, shiny scales. The primary coloration is a vibrant green, often decorated with distinctive bluish or teal markings along the body. Adults typically feature a pronounced dorsal crest. Both genders are similar in appearance, with minor variations.
Behavior
Middle american ameiva displays a primarily solitary lifestyle, rarely interacting with others outside mating periods. Exceptionally agile, this creature adeptly navigates its forest habitat using tree trunks as pathways. It exhibits a diurnal behavioral pattern, actively hunting insects during daylight hours, with agility allowing it to evade predators. Dominant individuals assert territorial behavior with elaborate threat displays.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Whiptails Genus
Holcosus Species
Middle american ameiva 
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