Drab lightbulb lizard
A species of Riama Scientific name : Riama unicolor Genus : Riama
Drab lightbulb lizard, A species of Riama
Scientific name: Riama unicolor
Genus: Riama
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Description General Info
Description
Riama unicolor, the drab lightbulb lizard, is a species of lizard in the family Gymnophthalmidae. It is endemic to Ecuador.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Drab lightbulb lizard's dietary habits primarily feature small, soft-bodied invertebrates including arthropods and annelids. This species exhibits predation specialization, with a preference for certain arthropod groups.
Appearance
At a length of approximately 11 cm, drab lightbulb lizard is a small reptile with a long, slender body covered in smooth, glossy scales. Its uniform chestnut color gives it its name. Its most distinctive feature is its extensive tail, which is almost twice its body length. Drab lightbulb lizard has an elongated snout and small, clawed feet. There are no significant variations in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Drab lightbulb lizard demonstrates nocturnal tendencies, typically burrowing to avoid higher daytime temperatures. It is a solitary creature, with limited social interaction mostly during mating season. Known for its specialty in prey-hunting, it employs concealment and stealth strategies within its leafy, high-altitude habitats for catching insects and small invertebrates.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Spectacled lizards Genus
Riama Species
Drab lightbulb lizard 
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