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Tuatara

Sphenodon punctatus

Description:

The tuatara is a reptile endemic to New Zealand which, though it resembles most lizards, is actually part of a distinct lineage, order Sphenodontia. The two species of tuatara are the only surviving members of its order, which flourished around 200 million years ago.

Habitat:

Zealandia (Karori Wildlife Sanctuary)

Notes:

This juvenile was spotted at Zealandia enjoying a bit of the sunshine.

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Wellington, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand

Spotted on May 1, 2011
Submitted on May 6, 2011

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