Van dam’s girdled lizard
A species of Smaug Scientific name : Smaug vandami Genus : Smaug
Van dam’s girdled lizard, A species of Smaug
Scientific name: Smaug vandami
Genus: Smaug
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Description General Info
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Description
The predominant colour is dark brown with fragmented yellow rings. 
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Van dam’s girdled lizard are known to be insectivores primarily feeding on a variety of invertebrates. They show preference for arachnids and myriapods, regularly consuming spiders and millipedes while also supplementing their diet with smaller lizards.
Appearance
The van dam’s girdled lizard is a relatively small reptile with a long, slender body covered in smooth, shiny scales. Its dominant coloration is a striking metallic green, with black banding around its body, enhancing its slender appearance. The species lacks any significant features such as horns, wings, or unusually long tails. There are no observable differences in physical characteristics due to age, gender, or subspecies within this species.
Behavior
Van dam’s girdled lizard is a solitary, rock-dwelling reptile which spends its days basking on exposed rock surfaces. It primarily feeds on a diet of small invertebrates like ticks and beetles, eating during the cooler parts of the day. The species signal territory through bodily secretions on rocks, distinctly adapted for survival in high-temperature environments.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Girdled lizards Genus
Smaug Species
Van dam’s girdled lizard 
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