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Chinese Crocodile Lizard
| Place of Origin and Range | The Chinese crocodile lizard is a semi-aquatic lizard found only in cool forests in the Hunan, Guangxi and Guizhou Provinces of China, and the Quảng Ninh Province in Vietnam. |
| Description | The Chinese crocodile lizard is green coloured with reddish neck markings and alternating bands of light and dark marks. Males are more colourful than females, especially during the breeding season. The Chinese crocodile lizard spends much of its time in shallow water or in overhanging branches and vegetation. |
| Morph Patterns Available | Yes |
| Adult Size | Can grow up to 18 in (46 cm) |
| Accommodation | A large cage. Lots of shade and climbing spots. A day basking spot at approximately 100F( 36 C). Always include large amounts of water for bathing, and to mimic a marsh habitat. |
| Lifespan | Can live up to 15 years |
| Feeding / Diet | It hunts its prey of insects, snails, tadpoles, and worms. Individuals in captivity may be fed baby mice. |
| Other Considerations | A 2008 study estimated 950 crocodile lizards left in China. Less than 200 specimens are left in North Vietnam and until 2013, most of the population in Vietnam had been caught for sale in South China. Habitat loss is the main threat to the species. |
