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Scientists have identified a new species of mountain horned dragon lizard, Acanthosaura syrax, in Mae Wong National Park, western Thailand.
About
- Scientific Name: Acanthosaura syrax
- Location: Mae Wong National Park, Thailand
- Habitat: High-altitude forests above 1,300 metres
- It is the 23rd known species of the Acanthosaura genus.
- DNA analysis confirmed it as a distinct species.
- It is a small lizard with spiny scales on its neck and back.
- The discovery highlights the rich biodiversity of Thailand’s mountain forests.
