Phrynocephalus forsythii
# Phrynocephalus forsythii

Phrynocephalus forsythii, also known commonly as Forsyth's toadhead agama and Forsyth's toad-headed lizard, is a species of lizard in the family Agamidae. The species is endemic to China.

## Etymology

The specific name, forsythii, is in honor of English diplomat Thomas Douglas Forsyth.

## Geographic range

P. forsythii is found in northwestern China, in the Tarim Basin portion of the autonomous region of Xinjiang.

## Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of P. forsythii is desert, at altitudes of 887–3,200 m (2,910–10,499 ft).

## Reproduction

P. forsythii is ovoviviparous. Litter size is one to six young.

