Eremias brenchleyi Günther, 1872

Common Name and Classification

Eremias brenchleyi, commonly called the Ordos racerunner, is a species of lizard belonging to the family Lacertidae.

Endemism

This species is endemic to China.

Distribution Range

Within China, Eremias brenchleyi can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Hebei, Henan, Jiangsu, Shaanxi, and Shandong, as well as in the autonomous region of Inner Mongolia.

Habitat and Altitude Range

The preferred natural habitats of Eremias brenchleyi are forest, grassland, and rocky areas, occurring at altitudes ranging from 200 meters (660 feet) to 1,000 meters (3,280 feet).

Reproduction Mode

Eremias brenchleyi reproduces by being oviparous (laying eggs).