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Mark Billiau.


Premium (World), region Antwerp, Belgium

Viviparous Lizard

I spotted this extreme shy viviparous lizard, a typical inhabitant of swamps and damp forests, while taken a sunbath to reach its optimum body temperature, which is about 30°C.

The name of this animal is derived from its ability to give birth to live young where reptiles are commonly oviparous (egg-laying).

Dutch name : Levendbarende Hagedis
German name : Waldeidechse
Latin name : Zootoca vivipara

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