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Gadow's Alligator Lizard

Abronia gadovii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Anguidae ›Genus: Abronia

About

Abronia gadovii, also known commonly as Gadow's alligator lizard and el escorpión de Gadow in Mexican Spanish, is a species of lizard in the family Anguidae. The species is endemic to the highlands of the Sierra Madre del Sur in Guerrero and Oaxaca, Mexico. Two subspecies are recognized:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gadow's Alligator Lizard?
The scientific name of Gadow's Alligator Lizard is Abronia gadovii.
What is the conservation status of Gadow's Alligator Lizard?
The Gadow's Alligator Lizard has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Gadow's Alligator Lizard belong to?
Gadow's Alligator Lizard belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Gadow's Alligator Lizard belong to?
Gadow's Alligator Lizard belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Gadow's Alligator Lizard belong to?
Gadow's Alligator Lizard belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Gadow's Alligator Lizard belong to?
Gadow's Alligator Lizard belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Gadow's Alligator Lizard belong to?
Gadow's Alligator Lizard belongs to the family Anguidae.
What genus does Gadow's Alligator Lizard belong to?
Gadow's Alligator Lizard belongs to the genus Abronia.