Lizards
Argentine Black-and-white Tegu
Salvator merianae
Across the regions where it's common, the Argentine Black-and-white Tegu peaks from April to August.
Shows up in 1 ecoregion and 1 state
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Lizards
Argentine Black-and-white Tegu
Salvator merianae
Description
The Argentine black and white tegu (Salvator merianae), also commonly known as the Argentine giant tegu, the black and white tegu, the blue tegu, and the huge tegu, is a species of lizard in the family Teiidae. As a hatchling, Salvator merianae has an emerald-green color from the tip of its snout to midway down its neck, with black markings.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
Significant populations of Argentine black and white tegus occur in the southern United States and the Brazilian coast. Previous studies have found that the differing weather and climate patterns far outside of their natural habitat range do not prevent adult Argentine black and white tegus from surviving in diverse areas across the United States, furthering concerns about their invasive status.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
Eggs of the Argentine black and white tegu usually hatch at the beginning of spring. S. merianae also experiences a seasonal lifecycle that begins within its first year, being very active during hotter months and in a brumation state in the colder months.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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About the Argentine Black-and-white Tegu
When is the Argentine Black-and-white Tegu most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Argentine Black-and-white Tegu peaks from April to August.
Where does the Argentine Black-and-white Tegu live?
It has enough records to show in 1 ecoregions and 1 states, including Florida.