Asian Glass Lizard Did you see this animal?
Scientific Name : Dopasia gracilis
Family : Anguidae
Order : Squamata
Class : Reptilia
Phylum : Chordata
Other Name : Burmese Glass Lizard
Habitat : Forest litter,Logs or stones in the hill forests,Hilly areas
Description : The Asian glass lizard can grow up to 3 feet (91 cm) in length, with a slender, elongated body that is covered in smooth, shiny scales. It has a long, pointed head and a long, thin tail. Its body is typically brown or tan in color, with darker stripes or spots along its sides.
One of the most notable characteristics of the Asian glass lizard is that it appears to be limbless, but it actually has very small, non-functional legs. This gives it a snake-like appearance, but it is actually a lizard.
The Asian glass lizard is carnivorous and feeds on a variety of prey, including insects, spiders, small mammals, and other lizards.
These lizards are found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, forests, and deserts. They are most commonly found in areas with loose soil or sand, which makes it easier for them to burrow and move through the ground.
Asian glass lizards are primarily active during the day and are often seen basking in the sun. They are good swimmers and can also climb trees and shrubs.
These lizards reproduce by laying eggs. Females will typically lay 6-15 eggs in a burrow or other sheltered location. The eggs hatch after a few months, and the young lizards are fully independent at birth.
One of the most notable characteristics of the Asian glass lizard is that it appears to be limbless, but it actually has very small, non-functional legs. This gives it a snake-like appearance, but it is actually a lizard.
The Asian glass lizard is carnivorous and feeds on a variety of prey, including insects, spiders, small mammals, and other lizards.
These lizards are found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, forests, and deserts. They are most commonly found in areas with loose soil or sand, which makes it easier for them to burrow and move through the ground.
Asian glass lizards are primarily active during the day and are often seen basking in the sun. They are good swimmers and can also climb trees and shrubs.
These lizards reproduce by laying eggs. Females will typically lay 6-15 eggs in a burrow or other sheltered location. The eggs hatch after a few months, and the young lizards are fully independent at birth.
Distribution in Bangladesh
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description written by: Razia Sultana Setu,Department of Zoology,University of Dhaka ; information source:Wikipedia, IUCN Red List Bangladesh Volume-4 2015; photo credit:samrat_sengupta1(indiabiodiversity.org), photo copyright: iNaturalist. more information please contact with us.
description written by: Razia Sultana Setu,Department of Zoology,University of Dhaka ; information source:Wikipedia, IUCN Red List Bangladesh Volume-4 2015; photo credit:samrat_sengupta1(indiabiodiversity.org), photo copyright: iNaturalist. more information please contact with us.