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Diving Lizard (Uranoscodon superciliosus)

Diving Lizard

Uranoscodon superciliosus

About the Diving Lizard

Uranoscodon is a monotypic genus of iguanomorph lizard belonging to the family Tropiduridae, the Neotropical ground lizards. Its sole member, Uranoscodon superciliosus, is commonly known as the diving lizard, brown tree climber or mophead iguana. It is found near water in the Amazon rainforest of South America.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Diving Lizard?

The scientific name of the Diving Lizard is Uranoscodon superciliosus.

How many Diving Lizard sightings have been recorded?

396 observations of the Diving Lizard have been recorded on iNaturalist.

396 observations on iNaturalist
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