Kingdom Animalia Suborder Iguania Subfamily Hydrosaurinae Scientific name Hydrosaurus weberi Higher classification Hydrosaurus Order Scaled reptiles | Subphylum Vertebrata Family Agamidae Genus Hydrosaurus Phylum Chordata Rank Species | |
Similar Hydrosaurus, Philippine sailfin lizard, Reptile, Hydrosaurus amboinensis, Agamidae | ||
Weber's sailfin lizard (Hydrosaurus weberi), is an agamid lizard found in Indonesia. Specifically, it is endemic to Halmahera and Ternate Islands of Maluku. It has a life-span of between 10-15 years. H. weberi is the smallest of the three recognized species of Hydrosaurus, attaining an avg. total length between 2-3ft. Some argue that full species status (H.weberi) may be invalid and claim this agamid should be classified a subspecies of the larger H. pustulatus, Philippine Sailfin; for the purpose of this literature, H."weberi" shall remain a distinct animal. The third species, H. amboinensis, Indonesian Sailfin is the largest of the group. Although much research is still needed, it is known that this lizard is primarily omnivorous; devouring whatever animal it can overpower plus consuming a variety vegetation and fruit. In captivity, juveniles are usually maintained on a 60% insect / 40% vegetation diet. Adults, 75% vegetation / 25% insects etc.
H.weberi 2-3ft
H.pustulatus 2.5-3ft
H.amboinensis 2.5-3ft+ (heavy bodied)
