Carlos Antônio Delgado
The Tegu Lizard (Salvator merianae), known as “Teiú” in Portuguese, is one of the largest lizards in South America, commonly found in habitats like forests, savannas, and wetlands, including the Pantanal. Key Features: • It has a robust body covered in black and white patterned scales, often forming a striped or checkered appearance. • Tegus can grow up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) long, with strong limbs and a long, muscular tail. Diet and Behavior: • Tegus are omnivores, feeding on fruits, inse
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