Mindoro narrow-disked gecko
| Mindoro narrow-disked gecko | |
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Scientific classification 
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| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Family: | Gekkonidae |
| Genus: | Gekko |
| Species: | G. mindorensis
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| Binomial name | |
| Gekko mindorensis Taylor, 1919
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The Mindoro narrow-disked gecko (Gekko mindorensis) is a species of gecko. It is endemic to the Philippines.[2]
- Lifespan: These geckos typically live for 5 to 10 years.
- Diet: As insectivorous reptiles, they feed on a diverse range of invertebrates. Their menu includes various species of beetles, worms, spiders, and orthopterans. Their voracious and opportunistic feeding habits help them thrive in their natural habitat.
- Appearance: The Mindoro narrow-disked gecko is medium-sized, covered in smooth, rough-textured skin. Its body displays a distinct cream to light yellow coloration with dark brown banding. Interestingly, males have relatively larger heads and tails compared to females—a unique feature within this species. However, there are no prominent markings or other notably unique physical traits observed in this gecko.
- Behavior: These geckos are nocturnal and solitary. They excel at vertical climbing in their tropical habitats. Their camouflaged skin allows them to stealthily hunt insects at night. Additionally, males exhibit territorial behavior,
References
[edit]- ^ Brown, R.; Gaulke, M.; Rico, E. (2009). "Gekko mindorensis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2009: e.T169807A6676354. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2009-2.RLTS.T169807A6676354.en. Retrieved 18 November 2021.
- ^ Gekko mindorensis at the Reptarium.cz Reptile Database