Heliobolus spekii (Günther, 1872)

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

Heliobolus spekii, commonly known as Speke's sand lizard, is a species of lizard that belongs to the family Lacertidae. It was first formally described by Albert Günther in 1872.

Native Distribution

This species is native to East Africa and the Horn of Africa.

Subspecies Recognition

Three subspecies of Heliobolus spekii are currently recognized.

Geographic Range

The geographic range of H. spekii includes the countries of Somalia, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

Reproduction

Heliobolus spekii reproduces by laying eggs, meaning it is an oviparous species.