About Gerrhonotus liocephalus Wiegmann, 1828
Taxonomic Naming and Etymology
Gerrhonotus liocephalus was first described by Wiegmann in 1828. It has three common English names: the Texas alligator lizard and Wiegmann's alligator lizard, and it is called la culebra con pata in Spanish.
Taxonomic Classification
This lizard species is a member of the family Anguidae.
Geographic Range
It is native to Texas, Mexico, and Guatemala.
Subspecies Status
Three subspecies of Gerrhonotus liocephalus are currently recognized.
Habitat Preferences
Its preferred natural habitats are forest and shrubland.
Reproductive Strategy
Gerrhonotus liocephalus reproduces by laying eggs, meaning it is oviparous.
