Tree dtella
A species of Dtellas, Also known as Cope's scaly-toed gecko Scientific name : Gehyra variegata Genus : Dtellas
Tree dtella, A species of Dtellas
Also known as:
Cope's scaly-toed gecko
Scientific name: Gehyra variegata
Genus: Dtellas
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Description General Info
Description
Gehyra variegata, the tree dtella, variegated dtella or varied dtella, is a species of gecko in the genus Gehyra, native to inland Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Tree dtella predominantly feeds on insects, augmenting this diet with small invertebrates. It exhibits a preference for arthropods, specifically spiders and moths, which it actively hunts during the night.
Appearance
Tree dtella is a small gecko with a body length generally ranging from 40 to 60mm. Its skin is slightly rough, boasting an intricate pattern of irregular dark and lighter splotches. The creature's large, rounded eyes are notable, along with the long tail which is broader at the base. With no noticeable difference between genders or ages, tree dtella is a unimorph species.
Behavior
Tree dtella demonstrates a predominantly nocturnal behavior, characterized by specialized foraging and tree-climbing abilities. With solitary tendencies, it employs unique locomotor strategies to traverse diverse substrates. Distinctive survival adaptations include exceptional camouflage and regenerative abilities. It displays no significant territorial behavior.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Dtellas Species
Tree dtella 
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