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Gastropholis prasina
Gastropholis prasina
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Green Keeled Belly Lizard (Gastropholis prasina) is a species of lizard belonging to the family Lacertidae. This species is native to areas in the coastal plain of Kenya and Tanzania and inhabits forests, woodland and thickets of the coastal plain. It has been found both close to the ground and higher in the canopy, where it is thought to use small branches as perches. It has been observed sleeping on branches, supported by its large tail. The green keel-bellied lizard is a slim, bright green lizard with a long prehensile tail that accounts for about 70% of its body length.
It can grow up to a length of 40 cm, with average individuals measuring 25–35 cm. Juveniles are 11–12 cm long. This species is active during the day and arboreal. Its diet is predominantly made up of insects, but it has been known to eat smaller lizards in captivity. Mating behaviour consists of the male biting the female's neck, and intertwining tails. It is oviparous. In captivity, They lay clutches ranging from 4-8 eggs every 2 months. These should be removed and incubated separately.
It can grow up to a length of 40 cm, with average individuals measuring 25–35 cm. Juveniles are 11–12 cm long. This species is active during the day and arboreal. Its diet is predominantly made up of insects, but it has been known to eat smaller lizards in captivity. Mating behaviour consists of the male biting the female's neck, and intertwining tails. It is oviparous. In captivity, They lay clutches ranging from 4-8 eggs every 2 months. These should be removed and incubated separately.
