| Diploglossus lessonae | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Sauria |
| Family: | Anguidae |
| Genus: | Diploglossus |
| Species: | D. lessonae |
| Binomial name | |
| Diploglossus lessonae Peracca, 1890 |
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The Anguid lizard or Brazilian galliwasp (Diploglossus lessonae) is a carnivorous species of lizard found in the north-eastern and south-eastern parts of Brazil. It is known in Brazil as the Briba.
They are a small lizard, growing to a length of about 30 cm, and have a life span of roughly 10 years. Offspring are zebra patterned, with white and black stripes circling the body. Adults are brown, with a red/yellow coloured head and underside.
It is commonly found in semi-arid environments, scrub and low forests.