Kingdom Animalia Order Squamata Genus Diploglossus Rank Species | Phylum Chordata Family Anguidae Higher classification Diploglossus | |
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Scientific name Diploglossus montisserrati Similar Diploglossus, Reptile, Anguidae, Scaled reptiles, Celestus warreni | ||
The Montserrat galliwasp or Montiserrat galliwasp (Diploglossus montisserrati) is a species of lizard in the Anguidae family endemic to Montserrat in the Caribbean Lesser Antilles, and is the only anguid species in the region.
It can reach 180 mm snout-to-vent, with well-developed limbs. It is brown all over, with white speckling on its flanks and legs, subtle dark lines around its neck, and white scales speckled with brown on its upper mouth.
Its distribution and population size are unknown, though it is believed to prefer moist woodland habitats. It was originally described on the basis of a single specimen collected in 1964. No confirmed sightings were reported again until 1998, when it was observed by forestry employees. It may be one of the most endangered lizards in the world, particularly given the destruction of local habitat caused by the Soufrière Hills volcano.