Chioninia stangeri


Chioninia stangeri is a species of lizard in the family Scincidae. The species is endemic to the Cape Verde Islands.

Geographic range

C. stangeri is found on the islands of São Vicente, Santa Luzia, Ilhéu Branco, and Ilhéu Raso.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of C. stangeri is shrubland.

Reproduction

C. stangeri is viviparous.

Etymology

The specific name, stangeri, is in honor of English explorer William Stanger.