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Sakishima Grass Lizard
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IUCN EN · Endangered

Sakishima Grass Lizard

Takydromus dorsalis

Takydromus dorsalis, the Sakishima grass lizard, is a species of lizard in the family Lacertidae. It is endemic to the Yaeyama Islands (Ishigaki Island, Iriomote Island, Kohama Island and Kuroshima) in southern Japan.

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In human culture

The name "Takydromus" means "fast-running", derived from greek. "Dorsalis" was inspired by its small, differently arranged dorsal scales that distinguish it from other species.

Wikipedia: “Etymology”

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Where it lives

Recorded sightings

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