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Dusky Giant Ameiva
Ameiva praesignis
Across the regions where it's common, the Dusky Giant Ameiva peaks from May to July.
Shows up in 1 ecoregion and 1 state
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Lizards
Dusky Giant Ameiva
Ameiva praesignis
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Description
Ameiva praesignis, known as Caripial comehuevo, giant ameiva and Amazon racerunner, is a species of teiid lizard found in Costa Rica, Panama, Venezuela, and Colombia.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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Florida introducedAbout the Dusky Giant Ameiva
When is the Dusky Giant Ameiva most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Dusky Giant Ameiva peaks from May to July.
Where does the Dusky Giant Ameiva live?
It has enough records to show in 1 ecoregions and 1 states, including Florida.