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Amathites Lava Lizard

Eurolophosaurus amathites

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Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Eurolophosaurus amathites faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its restricted range in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further fragmented the remaining suitable habitat patches. The species' specialized habitat requirements and limited dispersal ability make it particularly vulnerable to these anthropogenic pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian lizard inhabits rocky outcrops and sandy soils within the Cerrado savanna ecosystem, particularly favoring areas with scattered vegetation and exposed rock formations. The species requires specific microhabitat conditions including adequate shelter sites and appropriate thermal regulation opportunities provided by the rocky substrate.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Amathites Lava Lizard classified as Endangered?
Amathites Lava Lizard is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Eurolophosaurus amathites faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its restricted range in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further fragmented the remaining suitable habitat patches. The species' specialized habitat requirements and limited dispersal ability make it particularly vulnerable to these anthropogenic pressures.
Where does Amathites Lava Lizard live?
Amathites Lava Lizard occurs in Mauritius. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Amathites Lava Lizard?
The main threats to Amathites Lava Lizard are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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