While thousands of new species may be discovered every year, the number of new reptiles discovered each year only numbers in the hundreds, so the emerald dragon lizard and blue-headed wood lizard are certainly newsworthy discoveries, especially since these kinds of lizards are so vibrantly colored and striking. The blue-headed wood lizard, for instance, is covered in spiky scales and has a bright turquoise head, as the name suggests.
The year is still young, so there will undoubtedly be more new reptiles discovered before 2025. But the emerald dragon lizard and blue-headed wood lizard have 2024 off to a promising start. Stay tuned for more science and news about new species.
