Cnemidophorus exsanguis is a species of lizard belonging to the family Teiidae, commonly known as whiptails. It is endemic to the state of Yucatán in Mexico.
The Cnemidophorus exsanguis has a slender, elongated body and a long, whip-like tail. It is characterized by its brownish-gray coloration, with a series of light-colored bands across its body. The lizard has distinctly flattened ventral scales, which allow it to move quickly across the ground and climb trees.
These lizards are diurnal, meaning they are primarily active during the day. They are insectivorous, feeding on a variety of small invertebrates, including insects, spiders, and worms.
Reproduction in Cnemidophorus exsanguis is oviparous, meaning females lay eggs rather than giving birth to live young. Breeding typically occurs during the rainy season when food availability is at its highest. The female will dig a shallow nest in the soil and lay a clutch of eggs, which she will guard and incubate.
Cnemidophorus exsanguis is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and agricultural areas. It is known to be an agile and swift climber, utilizing trees and shrubs for both foraging and escaping predators.
Conservation status of Cnemidophorus exsanguis is currently of least concern, as the species has a relatively large distribution and is adapt at surviving in various habitats. However, habitat degradation and loss due to land development and agricultural practices may pose future threats to its populations.
