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Cercosaura olivacea
Discover the Cercosaura olivacea, a slender, olive green and brown lizard native to Central America’s humid forests and dry habitats. This agile, terrestrial species primarily feeds on insects, exhibits interesting camouflage, and plays a vital role in its ecosystem.
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Cercosaura ocellata
Cercosaura ocellata, or the spotted tegu lizard, is a vibrant species native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, recognized for its striking black and yellow ocelli and agile, diurnal behavior. These lizards primarily feed on small insects and play a vital role in their ecosystems by regulating insect populations.
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Cercosaura manicata
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Cercosaura nigroventris
Discover the Cercosaura nigroventris, a small to medium-sized lizard known as the black-vented sphaeodactylid, found in the humid tropical forests of Central America. With its distinctive coloration and agile behavior, this diurnal predator primarily feeds on small insects while playing a vital role in its ecosystem.
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Cercosaura hypnoides
Discover the Cercosaura hypnoides, or Hypnoides Worm Lizard, a small to medium-sized species thriving in the tropical rainforests of Central America. With its smooth, patterned scales and cryptic behavior, it plays a crucial role in controlling pest populations while occupying moist, shaded environments.
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Cercosaura eigenmanni
Discover the Cercosaura eigenmanni, a slender, agile lizard found in the tropical rainforests of Central America. With a striking color pattern and a diet primarily consisting of small insects, this vulnerable species plays a critical role in maintaining the ecosystem’s balance.
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Cercosaura doanae
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Cercosaura bassleri
Discover the Cercosaura bassleri, or Bassler’s Cercosaura, a diurnal lizard native to the tropical forests of Nicaragua and Costa Rica. Known for its slender body, effective camouflage, and carnivorous diet consisting mainly of small insects, this species plays a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance of its habitat.
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Cercosaura anordosquama
Cercosaura anordosquama, or the anordosquama skink, is a medium-sized, agile lizard found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, known for its distinctive brownish coloration and smooth, shiny scales that provide excellent camouflage. This diurnal species plays a vital role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and serving as both predator and…
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Cercosaura argulus
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