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Owen's Chameleon

Trioceros oweni

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Chamaeleonidae ›Genus: Trioceros

About

Owen's chameleon (Trioceros oweni), also known as Owen's three-horned chameleon, is a species of chameleon native to sub-Saharan Africa. Named after William Fitzwilliam Owen, it was first described in 1831 by the naturalist John Edward Gray, and is the type species of the genus Trioceros.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Owen's Chameleon?
The scientific name of Owen's Chameleon is Trioceros oweni.
What is the conservation status of Owen's Chameleon?
The Owen's Chameleon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Owen's Chameleon belong to?
Owen's Chameleon belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Owen's Chameleon belong to?
Owen's Chameleon belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Owen's Chameleon belong to?
Owen's Chameleon belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Owen's Chameleon belong to?
Owen's Chameleon belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Owen's Chameleon belong to?
Owen's Chameleon belongs to the family Chamaeleonidae.
What genus does Owen's Chameleon belong to?
Owen's Chameleon belongs to the genus Trioceros.