Cocha whiptail
A species of Kentropyx Scientific name : Kentropyx altamazonica Genus : Kentropyx
Cocha whiptail, A species of Kentropyx
Scientific name: Kentropyx altamazonica
Genus: Kentropyx
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Description General Info
Description
Kentropyx altamazonica, the Cocha whiptail, is a species of teiid lizard found in Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Cocha whiptail primarily feeds on insects and other invertebrates, showcasing a preference for ants and beetles. These lizards adopt an opportunistic feeding approach making their diet diverse yet insect-centric.
Appearance
Cocha whiptail is a medium-sized lizard with a slender body. Its skin is composed of fine scales, predominantly green, with brown or black spots arranged in bands. Males have brighter coloration and larger size than females. Juveniles exhibit duller colors. The lizard has a long, tapering tail, constituting about two-thirds of its total length.
Behavior
Cocha whiptail is a solitary lizard, spending daylight hours actively basking, foraging, and hunting invertebrate prey. Known for their swift, agile locomotion, they are adept climbers, using their camouflaging abilities effectively within their Amazonian habitat. There's limited knowledge about their reproductive and territorial behaviors.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Whiptails Genus
Kentropyx Species
Cocha whiptail 
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