Spiny lava lizard
A species of Galapagos lava lizards Scientific name : Tropidurus spinulosus Genus : Galapagos lava lizards
Spiny lava lizard, A species of Galapagos lava lizards
Scientific name: Tropidurus spinulosus
Genus: Galapagos lava lizards
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Description General Info
Description
The spiny lava lizard is a medium-sized lizard that can be found in north-central Argentina and central Brazil. It is active mainly during the summer months and it’s exclusively found on trees in riparian habitats. It feeds mostly on insects and insect larvae, though it occasionally consumes plants. 
General Info
Lifespan
4-10 years
Diet
Spiny lava lizard is noted for its largely herbivorous diet, primarily consuming plants and vegetation. With a preference for flowers, leaves, and certain fruits, this species shows effective adaptability to seasonal food availability.
Appearance
Spiny lava lizard is a mid-sized lizard with a robust body and granular skin. It features a unique spiky crest from the neck to the tail, presenting a row of enlarged scales. Predominantly grey-brown, it sometimes exhibits darker blotches or stripes. No major variations exist between genders or subspecies with regard to physical appearance.
Behavior
Spiny lava lizard is a solitary, rock-dwelling reptile predominantly active during daytime hours. It demonstrates strong territorial behavior, often engaging in combats to safeguard its prominent basking sites. The animal employs visual signals, such as head bobbing and body expansions, to communicate and assert dominance. Its primary survival tactic is cryptic coloration, blending in the rocky habitat to evade predators.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Neotropical ground lizards Genus
Galapagos lava lizards Species
Spiny lava lizard 
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