Urostrophus gallardoi
# Urostrophus gallardoi

Urostrophus gallardoi is a species of lizard in the family Leiosauridae. The species is native to South America.

## Etymology

The specific name, gallardoi, is in honor of Argentinean herpetologist José María Alfonso Félix Gallardo.

## Geographic range

U. gallardoi is found in northwestern Argentina and southern Bolivia.

## Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of U. gallardoi is forest, at altitudes of 600–1,300 m (2,000–4,300 ft).

## Diet

U. gallardoi preys upon insects.

## Reproduction

U. gallardoi is oviparous.

