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Reptiles 47 - Systematic Listing

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

Number of records: 160

Last update: 04/10/2026 23:40:29

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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
  
3SquamataAmphisbaenidaeVibora CiegaAmphisbaena darwiniiNative
  
4BoidaeBoa ConstrictoraBoa constrictorNative
  
5Yellow AnacondaAnaconda AmarillaAnaconda-amarelaEunectes notaeusNative
  
6ColubridaeYellow bellied SnakeCulebra Verde y NegraCobra-do-capimErythrolamprus poecilogyrusNative
  
7Golden LiophisCulebra AcuáticaCobra Preta de BanhadoErythrolamprus semiaureusNative
  
8Culebra de los EsterosHelicops infrataeniatusNative
  
9Culebra de Vientre RojoHelicops leopardinusNative
  
10Gunther´s Ground SnakeCulebra ListadaCorredeira-listradaLygophis anomalusNative
  
11Brown CulebraCulebra MarrónMucurana MarromParaphimophis rusticaNative
  
12Culebra de OlfersPhilodryas olfersiiNative
  
13Mousehole SnakeCulebra RatoneraPhilodryas trilineataNative
  
14ElapidaeSouther Coral SnakeSerpiente De CoralMicrurus altirostrisNative
  
15GymnophthalmidaeLagartija NegraCercosaura schreibersiiNative
  
16LeiosauridaeMatuastoLeiosaurus belliiNative
  
17LiolaemidaeLagartija PatagónicaLiolaemus bibroniiNative
  
18Lagartija de BoulengerLiolaemus boulengeriNative
  
19Lagartija AustralLiolaemus darwiniiNative
  
20Fitzinger´s Tree IguanaLagartija De Cabeza VerdeLiolaemus fitzingeriiNative
  
21Slender LizardLagartija GracilLiolaemus gracilisNative
  
22Lagartija de KingLiolaemus kingiiNative
  
23Martori"s LizardLagartija De MartoriLiolaemus martoriiNot listed
  
24Liolaemus melanopsNative
  
25Liolaemus parvusNative
  
26Liolaemus ruibaliNative
  
27Liolaemus sp.Native
  
28Lagarto Cola de PichePhymaturus extrilidusNot listed
  
29Phymaturus pallumaNative
  
30PhyllodactylidaeAmerafrican House GeckoGeko Centro-AfricanoHemidactylus mabouiaExotic
  
31GekoHomonota horridaNative
  
32Wall GeckoSalamanquesa ComúnTarentola mauritanicaExotic
  
33ScincidaeLagartija AmberéAspronema dorsivittatumNative
  
34TeiidaeAmazon RacerunnerLagarto VerdeAmeiva ameivaNative
  
35White-and-black Tegu LizardLagarto OveroTeiú-giganteSalvator merianaeNative
  
36Lagarto VerdeTeius oculatusNative
  
37TeyúTeius teyouNative
  
38TropiduridaeLagarto TrepadorLagarto-espinhosoTropidurus catalanensisNative
  
39ViperidaeYarará GrandeUrutúBothrops alternatusNative
  
40Yarará ÑataBothrops ammodytoidesNative
  
41South American RattlesnakeVíbora CascabelCrotalus durissusNative
  
42TestudinesChelidaeArgentine Snake-necked TurtleTortuga Cuello de SerpienteHydromedusa tectiferaNative
  
43Tortuga de LagunaPhrynops hilariiNative
  
44DermochelyidaeTortuga LaúdDermochelys coriaceaNative
  
45EmydidaeTortuga PintadaTrachemys dorbigniNative
  
46Red-eared SliderTortuga De Orejas RojasTartaruga-de-orelha-vermelhaTrachemys scriptaExotic
  
47TestudinidaeTortuga Terrestre ArgentinaChelonoidis chilensisNative
  
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