Yucatán banded gecko
A species of Banded geckos, Also known as Mexican banded gecko Scientific name : Coleonyx elegans Genus : Banded geckos
Yucatán banded gecko, A species of Banded geckos
Also known as:
Mexican banded gecko
Scientific name: Coleonyx elegans
Genus: Banded geckos
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Description General Info
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Description
Coleonyx elegans, the Yucatán banded gecko, is a species of geckos found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize.
General Info
Lifespan
20-30 years
Diet
Yucatán banded gecko is predominately insectivorous, with a substantial proportion of its diet consisting of different types of beetles. This nocturnal gecko is also known to occasionally consume small arachnids and insect larvae.
Appearance
Yucatán banded gecko is a small, slender-bodied lizard with a flattened head and smooth skin. Its coloration varies from tan to dark brown, overlaid with darker banding or mottled patterns that aid in camouflage. Its tail is long, tapering to a point, and also bears the same patterning. There are no significant differences in appearance between different ages, genders, or subspecies.
Behavior
Yucatán banded gecko is a nocturnal creature, mostly active during the night. It tends to live a largely solitary life, seeking company only during the mating season. It's noted for its burrowing behavior, digging extensive networks underground, which it uses for foraging and hiding from predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Eyelid geckos Genus
Banded geckos Species
Yucatán banded gecko 
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