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Reptiles 45 - Systematic Listing

(44 speciess + 1 form with special treatment that are not is considered at the species level)

Number of records: 74

Last update: 04/10/2026 15:40:33

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Argentina

General Information

Argentina is located in the southernmost part of South America, bordering Bolivia and Paraguay to the north, Brazil, Uruguay, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Atlantic Ocean and the Drake Passage to the south, and Chile to the west. Argentina´s geographical position is unique, as it encompasses a wide range of climates and landscapes, from the peaks of the Andes mountain range to the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. The country can be divided into several geographical regions, including the Pampas, Patagonia, Cuyo, and Chaco, each with its own geographical and climatic characteristics.

To get to Argentina, there are several transportation options. The country has several international airports, including Ministro Pistarini International Airport in Buenos Aires, which is the largest and busiest in the country. From there, you can take domestic or international flights to different destinations. You can also enter Argentina by land, through the borders with neighboring countries, or by sea, through the ports of the Atlantic Ocean. Once inside the country, you can use different modes of transportation, such as buses, trains, or cars, to get to the various places of interest.

In terms of environments and characteristics of the surroundings, Argentina is a country with great geographical diversity. The Pampas region is a fertile and flat plain, covered with grasslands and crops, while the Patagonia region is a mountainous and glacial area, with a cold and windy climate. The Cuyo region is a valley and mountain area, with a dry and sunny climate, while the Chaco region is a forest and savanna area, with a hot and humid climate. The vegetation in Argentina is also very varied, with quebracho and algarrobo forests in the Chaco region, grasslands in the Pampas, and shrubs and cacti in Patagonia.

In terms of useful logistical information, it is essential to keep in mind that Argentina is a large and diverse country, and each region has its own characteristics and needs. In general, it is recommended to plan ahead and research the climatic and geographical conditions of each place before traveling. It is also important to consider the availability of services and infrastructure in each region, as some areas may be more remote and difficult to access than others. In terms of accessibility, Argentina has a network of roads and highways that connect the different cities and towns, although some areas may be more difficult to access due to lack of infrastructure or weather conditions.

In summary, Argentina is a country with great geographical and climatic diversity, offering a variety of landscapes and environments to explore. With proper planning and prior research, it is possible to enjoy a unique and exciting nature observation experience in this country.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 18/07/2026



Regions
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  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1CrocodiliaAlligatoridaeBroad-snouted CaimanYacaré OveroJacaré-do-papo-amareloCaiman latirostrisNative
  
2Yacare CaimanYacaré NegroJacaré-do-pantanalCaiman yacareNative
  
3SquamataBoidaeBoa ConstrictoraBoa constrictorNative
  
4Yellow AnacondaAnaconda AmarillaAnaconda-amarelaEunectes notaeusNative
  
5ColubridaeYellow bellied SnakeCulebra Verde y NegraCobra-do-capimErythrolamprus poecilogyrusNative
  
6Culebra de los EsterosHelicops infrataeniatusNative
  
7Culebra de Vientre RojoHelicops leopardinusNative
  
8Coastal House SnakeCulebra ManchadaCobra-espadaMesotes strigatusNative
  
9Culebra de OlfersPhilodryas olfersiiNative
  
10Mousehole SnakeCulebra RatoneraPhilodryas trilineataNative
  
11Ringed Hognose SnakeFalsa Yarará ÑataNarigudaXenodon dorbignyiNative
  
12LeiosauridaeMatuastoDiplolaemus bibroniiNative
  
13MatuastoLeiosaurus belliiNative
  
14LiolaemidaeAbaucan Lizard´sLagartija de AbaucánLiolaemus abaucanNative
  
15Araucania LizardLagartija de La AraucaniaLiolaemus araucaniensisNative
  
16Lagartija PatagónicaLiolaemus bibroniiNative
  
17Lagartija de BoulengerLiolaemus boulengeriNative
  
18Liolaemus camaronesNative
  
19Liolaemus crepuscularisNative
 LC 
20Lagartija AustralLiolaemus darwiniiNative
  
21Liolaemus diaguitaNot listed
  
22Fitzinger´s Tree IguanaLagartija De Cabeza VerdeLiolaemus fitzingeriiNative
  
23Slender LizardLagartija GracilLiolaemus gracilisNative
  
24Lagartija de KingLiolaemus kingiiNative
  
25Martori"s LizardLagartija De MartoriLiolaemus martoriiNot listed
  
26Liolaemus multicolorNot listed
  
27Ornate Tree IguanaLagartija OrnamentadaLiolaemus ornatusNot listed
  
28Painted Tree IguanaLagartija de Vientre AnaranjadoLiolaemus pictusNative
  
29Lagartija de la PunaLiolaemus punaNot listed
  
30Liolaemus sp.Native
  
31Liolaemus teraniNative
  
32Lagartija NegraLiolaemus umbriferNative
  
33PhyllodactylidaeAmerafrican House GeckoGeko Centro-AfricanoHemidactylus mabouiaExotic
  
34Darwin´s GeckoGecko de DarwinHomonota darwiniNative
  
35Wall GeckoSalamanquesa ComúnTarentola mauritanicaExotic
  
36ScincidaeLagartija de CristalNotomabuya frenataNative
  
37TeiidaeWhite-and-black Tegu LizardLagarto OveroTeiú-giganteSalvator merianaeNative
  
38Red Tegu LizardLagarto ColoradoSalvator rufescensNative
  
39TropiduridaeLagarto TrepadorLagarto-espinhosoTropidurus catalanensisNative
  
40Lagarto Trepador ChaqueñoTropidurus etheridgeiNative
  
41Lagarto de los QuebrachalesTropidurus spinulosusNative
  
42ViperidaeYarará GrandeUrutúBothrops alternatusNative
  
43TestudinesChelidaeArgentine Snake-necked TurtleTortuga Cuello de SerpienteHydromedusa tectiferaNative
  
44Tortuga de LagunaPhrynops hilariiNative
  
45EmydidaeTortuga PintadaTrachemys dorbigniNative
  
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