Golden fish scaled gecko
A species of Fish scale geckos, Also known as Comoro fish-scale gecko Scientific name : Geckolepis maculata Genus : Fish scale geckos
Golden fish scaled gecko, A species of Fish scale geckos
Also known as:
Comoro fish-scale gecko
Scientific name: Geckolepis maculata
Genus: Fish scale geckos
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Description
Geckolepis maculata is a species of gecko that is commonly found in Madagascar. The gecko has large scales, large legs, and is chestnut-cream with black bands. Its common names are Peters' spotted gecko and Golden fish scaled gecko.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Primarily insectivorous, golden fish scaled gecko's diet is composed of small arthropods like insects and spiders. Their feeding strategy includes active foraging at night, using their keen senses to locate prey.
Appearance
Golden fish scaled gecko is a small lizard with a rounded body covered in large, robust, overlapping scales that are highly detachable. It boasts a unique mottled pattern, which includes a rich blend of tan, and different shades of brown. It has a prominent round tail and a somewhat pointed snout. There are no substantial variations in appearance between different ages, genders or subspecies.
Behavior
Golden fish scaled gecko is a nocturnal, solitary species predominantly exhibiting a remarkable behavior called autotomy, enabling it to shed its scales to evade predators. Primarily insectivorous, they hunt using a sit-and-wait strategy, displaying exceptional camouflage in tree bark. They defend their territories aggressively but are otherwise non-social.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Fish scale geckos Species
Golden fish scaled gecko 
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