Posted by: Sandy Steinman | January 25, 2024

New reptile on the block: A new iguana species discovered in China

ScienceDaily reports

Researchers have identified a new iguana species, Wang’s garden lizard (Calotes wangi), in southern China and northern Vietnam. This species, part of the Calotes versicolor complex, was discovered through extensive surveys conducted from 2009 to 2022. Measuring less than 9 cm with an orange tongue, it inhabits subtropical and tropical forests, thriving in various landscapes including urban areas.

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