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Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk

Corytophanes hernandesii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Corytophanidae ›Genus: Corytophanes

About

Corytophanes hernandesii, also known commonly as Hernandez's helmeted basilisk and el turipache de montaña in Spanish, is a species of lizard in the family Corytophanidae. The species is native to Central America and southern Mexico.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk?
The scientific name of Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk is Corytophanes hernandesii.
What is the conservation status of Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk?
The Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belong to?
Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belong to?
Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belong to?
Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belong to?
Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belong to?
Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belongs to the family Corytophanidae.
What genus does Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belong to?
Hernandez’s Helmeted Basilisk belongs to the genus Corytophanes.