Cederberg leaf-toed gecko
A species of South african dwarf leaf-toed geckos Scientific name : Goggia hexapora Genus : South african dwarf leaf-toed geckos
Cederberg leaf-toed gecko, A species of South african dwarf leaf-toed geckos
Scientific name: Goggia hexapora
Genus: South african dwarf leaf-toed geckos
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Description General Info
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Description
Goggia hexapora, also known as the Cedarberg dwarf leaf-toed gecko or Cedarberg pygmy gecko, is a species of gecko. It is found in South Africa.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Cederberg leaf-toed gecko primarily subsists on a diet of Minute soil-burrowing creatures, taking advantage of its size to navigate underground. Preferred prey often includes small terrestrial insects and arachnids, with beetles and spiders being particularly notable dietary components.
Appearance
Cederberg leaf-toed gecko is a tiny, delicate creature with an elongated body. Their skin is granular and slightly rough, while their coloration tends toward shades of muted browns and tans, enabling effective camouflage. Notable features include six pores on the underside of their body, more than is common in other species. There are no significant differences in appearance between ages, genders, or subspecies.
Behavior
Cederberg leaf-toed gecko predominantly exhibits an exceptionally solitary lifestyle in its rocky scrubland habitat. Its activities, primarily during twilight hours, involve skilled climbing and slow, meticulous foraging. With a strong territorial instinct, marking behavior includes scattering unique olfactory cues by rubbing body onto rocks, deterring potential intruders.
Population
Stable
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Species
Cederberg leaf-toed gecko