Amphibolurus

Amphibolurus
Tree dragon Amphibolurus muricatus
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Subphylum: Vertebrata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Suborder: Iguania
Family: Agamidae
Subfamily: Amphibolurinae
Genus: Amphibolurus
Wagler, 1830

Amphibolurus is a genus of lizards native to Australia.

Description

Characteristics of the genus Amphibolurus include:

Habitat

Amphibolurus lizards inhabit woodlands in temperate and semiarid areas, as well as riverine vegetation in the tropical areas of Australia.

Behaviour

Species in the genus Amphibolurus are partially arboreal and are often found perching on trunks and branches. Lizards of this genus are swift and shy, and when disturbed, they can engage in bipedal running.

Species

List according to Wilson & Swan (2011):[1]

Nota bene: A binomial authority in parentheses indicates that the species was originally described in a genus other than Amphibolurus.

References

  1. Wilson S, Swan G (2011). A Complete Guide to Reptiles of Australia. Sydney, Auckland, London, Cape Town: New Holland Publishers. 558 pp. ISBN 978-1877069765.

Further reading


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