Sitana marudhamneydhal
Sitana marudhamneydhal is a species of agamid lizard native to India. It was described in 2021, and the species Sitana attenboroughii has been synonymized with it.
Key Facts
- ›Endemic to India.
- ›Belongs to the Agamidae family.
- ›Sitana attenboroughii is considered a synonym of this species.
- ›A relatively recently described species, with its current classification established in 2021.
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About Sitana marudhamneydhal
Sitana marudhamneydhal is a species of lizard belonging to the Agamidae family. This species is endemic to India, meaning its natural range is exclusively within this country.
Taxonomy and Classification
The species was formally described and recognized under its current name, Sitana marudhamneydhal. Notably, in 2021, the species previously known as Sitana attenboroughii was synonymized with S. marudhamneydhal. This means that S. attenboroughii is now considered the same species as S. marudhamneydhal, and any scientific literature referring to S. attenboroughii pertains to this species.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sitana marudhamneydhal?
Sitana marudhamneydhal is a species of agamid lizard. It is known to be endemic to India.
Where is Sitana marudhamneydhal found?
This lizard species is endemic to India, meaning it is found naturally only within this country.
Has Sitana marudhamneydhal been known by other names?
Yes, the species Sitana attenboroughii was synonymized with Sitana marudhamneydhal in 2021. Therefore, it may have been referred to by that name previously.
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