Bibron's thick-toed gecko
A species of Thick-toed geckos, Also known as Bibron's gecko Scientific name : Chondrodactylus bibronii Genus : Thick-toed geckos
Bibron's thick-toed gecko, A species of Thick-toed geckos
Also known as:
Bibron's gecko
Scientific name: Chondrodactylus bibronii
Genus: Thick-toed geckos
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Description
Chondrodactylus bibronii, commonly known as Bibron's thick-toed gecko, Bibron's sand gecko, or simply Bibron's gecko, is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is endemic to southern Africa.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Bibron's thick-toed gecko predominantly consumes invertebrates, with a particular fondness for arachnids and insects. This diet primarily consists of spiders, crickets, and moths, demonstrating adaptability based on available food sources.
Appearance
Bibron's thick-toed gecko is a medium-sized gecko, featuring a robust build and pebbly textured skin. Its most distinctive feature is its broad, leaf-shaped tail tapering towards the end. The body coloration largely varies from sandy or brownish hues to grey, blended with irregular darker spots that provide excellent camouflage in its natural habitat. Unlike many other geckos, it doesn't have noticeable variations in appearance across age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Bibron's thick-toed gecko is a nocturnal gecko that is largely solitary, except during mating periods. It displays territorial behavior, marking its space with scent from femoral pores. It has evolved a unique skittering escape pattern when threatened, simultaneously using its camouflage capabilities for survival in rocky, desert environments.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Thick-toed geckos Species
Bibron's thick-toed gecko 
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