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Reptiles 43 - Systematic Listing

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

Number of records: 126

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
  
4Víbora CiegaAmphisbaena plumbeaNative
  
5ColubridaeSpotted SnakeCulebra MoteadaErythrolamprus sagittiferNative
  
6Golden LiophisCulebra AcuáticaCobra Preta de BanhadoErythrolamprus semiaureusNative
  
7Ñacanina de BañadoHydrodynastes gigasNative
  
8Coastal House SnakeCulebra ManchadaCobra-espadaMesotes strigatusNative
  
9Amazon False Coral SnakeCoral FalsaItirapinaOxyrhopus rhombiferNative
  
10Patagonian Green RacerCulebra del PastizalPhilodryas patagoniensisNative
  
11Chilean Slender SnakeCulebra de Cola CortaTachymenis chilensisNative
  
12LeptotyphlopidaeVíborita CiegaSiagonodon borrichianusNative
  
13LiolaemidaeLagartija de BoulengerLiolaemus boulengeriNative
  
14Lagarto LlorónLiolaemus chiliensisNative
  
15Lagartija AustralLiolaemus darwiniiNative
  
16Liolaemus elongatusNative
  
17Slender LizardLagartija GracilLiolaemus gracilisNative
  
18Liolaemus kriegiNative
  
19Martori"s LizardLagartija De MartoriLiolaemus martoriiNot listed
  
20Liolaemus melanopsNative
  
21Painted Tree IguanaLagartija de Vientre AnaranjadoLiolaemus pictusNative
  
22Lagartija VallistaLiolaemus quilmesNative
 NT 
23Liolaemus sp.Native
  
24Slender Jeweled LizardLagartija EsbeltaLiolaemus tenuisNative
  
25Liolaemus tirantiiNot listed
  
26Liolaemus wiegmanniiNative
  
27PhyllodactylidaeAmerafrican House GeckoGeko Centro-AfricanoHemidactylus mabouiaExotic
  
28Darwin´s GeckoGecko de DarwinHomonota darwiniNative
  
29GekoHomonota horridaNative
  
30Wall GeckoSalamanquesa ComúnTarentola mauritanicaExotic
  
31TeiidaeAmazon RacerunnerLagarto VerdeAmeiva ameivaNative
  
32Red Long-tailed Ututu TeiidLagartija Patas RojasAurivela longicaudaNative
  
33Jujuy WhiptailLagartija Jujeña de los VallesContomastix leacheiNative
  
34White-and-black Tegu LizardLagarto OveroTeiú-giganteSalvator merianaeNative
  
35Red Tegu LizardLagarto ColoradoSalvator rufescensNative
  
36Lagarto VerdeTeius oculatusNative
  
37TeyúTeius teyouNative
  
38TropiduridaeLagarto TrepadorLagarto-espinhosoTropidurus catalanensisNative
  
39Lagarto de los QuebrachalesTropidurus spinulosusNative
  
40ViperidaeYarará ÑataBothrops ammodytoidesNative
  
41TestudinesChelidaeTortuga de LagunaPhrynops hilariiNative
  
42EmydidaeTortuga PintadaTrachemys dorbigniNative
  
43TestudinidaeTortuga Terrestre ArgentinaChelonoidis chilensisNative
  
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