About Takydromus formosanus Boulenger, 1894
Nomenclature and Endemic Status
Takydromus formosanus, also commonly called the Formosa grass lizard, is a species of lizard that is endemic to Taiwan.
Size
The body of this lizard is approximately 6 cm long, and its total overall length can reach 22 cm.
Coloration
Its back is brown, and it has a yellow-green stripe running along its side.
Distribution and Habitat
This species is common across Taiwan, and is most often found at elevations below 1500 m, where it lives in grasses and shrubs.
Activity and Diet
It is active during the day, and feeds on small invertebrates.
Defense Mechanism
It is capable of caudal autotomy, the ability to shed its tail.
Taxonomic History
This species was first described by George Albert Boulenger in 1894.
