Formosa grass lizard
A species of Grass lizards Scientific name : Takydromus formosanus Genus : Grass lizards
Formosa grass lizard, A species of Grass lizards
Scientific name: Takydromus formosanus
Genus: Grass lizards
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Description
Takydromus formosanus, also known as the Formosa grass lizard, is a species of lizard endemic to Taiwan. Its body is about 6Â cm long, and the total length reaches 22Â cm. Its back is brown, with a yellow-green stripe on its side. It is mainly found in mountains at elevations of up to 1500Â m, living in grasses and shrubs. It is diurnal and eats small invertebrates. It is capable of caudal autotomy. The species was described by George...
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Formosa grass lizard' primarily consumes small invertebrates. Its diet chiefly includes numerous types of insects like ants, spiders and beetles. This lizard captures food by employing a sit-and-wait feeding strategy.
Appearance
Formosa grass lizard is a small-sized lizard, characterized by a long slender body and a slightly rough, scaled skin. Its dominant color is light brown, often with intermittent darker brown stripes running along its lean body, giving it an effective camouflage. The sexes are similar with no prominent variation, but males are typically slightly larger with broader heads. One of its distinctive features includes a lengthy tail that's usually more than twice the length of its body.
Behavior
Formosa grass lizard is known for its distinct arboreal lifestyle, spending majority of its time on trees. It is predominantly diurnal, exhibiting high activity during the day to hunt insects and mate. Solitary in nature, it establishes territories which it staunchly defends. Adaptively, its long tail assists in balancing on thin branches, demonstrating survival behavioral traits.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Wall lizards Genus
Grass lizards Species
Formosa grass lizard 
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