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Calyptommatus sinebrachiatus
Discover the fascinating Calyptommatus sinebrachiatus, a vibrant green to brown lizard native to Brazil’s Atlantic Forests. Known for its arboreal agility, unique body flattening defense mechanism, and crucial role in insect population control, this species is both captivating and vital to its ecosystem.
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Calyptommatus frontalis
Discover the Calyptommatus frontalis, a medium-sized, insectivorous lizard native to Brazil’s Atlantic Forest, characterized by its light brown to olive coloration, elongated limbs, and flattened head. Classified as ‘vulnerable’, this species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger animals.
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Calyptommatus confusionibus
Discover the fascinating Calyptommatus confusionibus, a vulnerable species native to Brazil’s Mata Atlântica, known for its distinctive flattened body, large eyes, and crepuscular behavior. This omnivorous animal thrives in humid tropical forests, playing a crucial role in its ecosystem as both predator and prey while contributing to seed dispersal.
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Calumma vencesi
Discover the stunning Calumma vencesi, or Vences’ chameleon, a vibrant species native to the eastern rainforests of Madagascar, known for its brilliant color changes and arboreal lifestyle. This remarkable chameleon, reaching up to 25 cm in length, plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and is currently classified as vulnerable due…
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Calumma uetzi
Introducing Calumma uetzi, also known as Uetz’s chameleon, a vibrant and endangered species found in Madagascar’s rainforests, characterized by its robust body, striking color variations, and unique independent eye movement. This diurnal chameleon plays a vital role in its ecosystem as both a predator of insects and a prey item for larger animals, making it…
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Calumma vatosoa
Discover the vibrant Calumma vatosoa, a small chameleon native to the rainforests of Madagascar, showcasing striking colors and patterns for camouflage. This arboreal species thrives in dense vegetation, primarily feeding on insects, and plays a crucial role in maintaining ecosystem balance through its unique behaviors and diet.
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Calumma tsycorne
The Calumma tsycorne, or Tsihombe chameleon, is a stunning, arboreal species native to Madagascar, characterized by its vibrant colors, distinctive horn, and insectivorous diet. Found in humid tropical forests, this vulnerable chameleon plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations and maintaining ecological balance.
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Calumma tsaratananense
Discover the vibrant Calumma tsaratananense, a unique chameleon native to the rainforests of Madagascar’s Tsaratanana Massif, known for its striking color changes, arboreal lifestyle, and essential role in maintaining ecological balance as an insect predator. This vulnerable species features a distinctive elongated snout and remarkable prehensile tail, thriving in humid, dense forests at elevations of…
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Hemidactylus tamhiniensis
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Hemidactylus sushilduttai
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