Pristidactylus valeriae (Donoso-Barros, 1966)

Taxonomy and Naming

Pristidactylus valeriae, first described by Donoso-Barros in 1966, is a species of lizard belonging to the family Leiosauridae.

Geographic Distribution

This species is endemic to Chile, where it occurs in the Chilean matorral.

Habitat and Altitude Range

Its preferred natural habitats are forest and shrubland, found at altitudes ranging from 170 meters (560 feet) to 2,280 meters (7,480 feet).

Reproduction

Pristidactylus valeriae reproduces via oviparity, meaning it lays eggs that develop and hatch outside the parent's body.