Four-striped forest gecko
A species of Bent-toed geckos, Also known as Four-striped bent-toed gecko Scientific name : Cyrtodactylus quadrivirgatus Genus : Bent-toed geckos
Four-striped forest gecko, A species of Bent-toed geckos
Also known as:
Four-striped bent-toed gecko
Scientific name: Cyrtodactylus quadrivirgatus
Genus: Bent-toed geckos
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Description
Known as Taylor's bow-fingered gecko, four-striped forest gecko and marbled bent-toed gecko, Cyrtodactylus quadrivirgatus is a species of gecko found in Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Four-striped forest gecko's diet primarily consists of small invertebrates. It possesses a special preference for arthropods, particularly spiders and insects, which it expertly hunts during the night using its excellent nocturnal vision.
Appearance
Four-striped forest gecko is a medium-sized gecko, exhibiting a robust body and rough, scaly skin. Its overall color varies from brown to grey, adorned with prominent dark brown bands across its body. One of its distinguishing features is the presence of four bold, longitudinal, light stripes running from its head to tail. Males often have a taller dorsal crest than females. The young ones resemble adults in pattern, but their coloration tends to be lighter.
Behavior
Four-striped forest gecko is an obligate nocturnal, adapted for arboreal living. It forages at night using its intricate sense of touch and smell while utilizing camouflage as protection. Solitary by nature, the only social interactions occur during the mating process. Unique behavior includes vertical clinging due to specialized toe pads and prehensiled tail. Marking territory is performed by fecal deposition and secretions.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Bent-toed geckos Species
Four-striped forest gecko 
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