Holcosus anomalus
# Holcosus anomalus

Holcosus anomalus, also known commonly as Echternacht's ameiva, is a species of lizard in the family Teiidae. The species is endemic to Colombia.

## Geographic range

H. anomalus is found in the Pacific lowlands of Colombia.

## Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of H. anomalus is forest, at altitudes from sea level to 500 m (1,600 ft).

## Description

Moderately large for its genus, H. anomalus may attain a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of 11 cm (4.3 in). The ventral scales on the chest are granular, a character which is unique in its genus and in its subfamily (Teiinae).

## Behavior

H. anomalus is terrestrial.

## Reproduction

H. anomalus is oviparous.

