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Scientists Discover New Kangaroo Lizard Species in Western Ghats

January 31, 2024

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Kangaroo Lizard

A new kangaroo lizard species has been discovered from Western Ghat.

  • This is the second species of Agasthyagama genus. The early species was Beddomii which was reported from Sivagiri hills in Tamil Nadu.

About Kangaroo Lizard Species

  • Size: The tiny lizard is known to have a maximum snout-vent length of 4.3cm.
  • Belongs to: Agasthayagama edge or the Northern Kangaroo lizard belongs to Agamidae family
  • Feeding Habit: Feed on small insects, run fast and hide within dry leaves to evade predators.
  • Climbing: It’s a poor climber since it has a reduced fifth toe and hence does not climb trees like other lizards.
  • Endemic to: Western Ghat.
  • Distinctive Features of Kangaroo Lizard: 
    • It has a slightly dark head and uniform dull olive brown body.
    • Broad dark brown strip is found on its dewlap. Also it contains a white throat.
    • Its appearance is further distinguished with brick yellow scales found on its body.

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