Wiegmann's striped gecko
A species of American geckos Scientific name : Gonatodes vittatus Genus : American geckos
Wiegmann's striped gecko, A species of American geckos
Scientific name: Gonatodes vittatus
Genus: American geckos
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Description General Info
Description
Wiegmann's striped gecko (Gonatodes vittatus) is a species of lizard in the Sphaerodactylidae family native to northern South America.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Wiegmann's striped gecko is primarily insectivorous, regularly consuming small invertebrates. Its diet predominantly features ants and termites, supplementing with spiders and other tiny arthropods when available.
Appearance
Wiegmann's striped gecko is a medium-sized gecko with a slender, cylindrical body and smooth skin. It exhibits a prominent pattern, featuring nose-to-tail dark stripes against a yellowish or tan base color. This species has large, round eyes and a long, thin tail. Males distinguish themselves by the presence of large, dark throat patches.
Behavior
Wiegmann's striped gecko is a diurnal, solitary species. These reptiles spend most of their day hunting for insects and return to their holes in tree bark or rock crevices by dusk. Territorial by nature, they fiercely guard their territories from intruders, displaying vibrant body colors as a warning or threat. Their unique vertical pupils aid them in finding prey and avoiding predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Sphaeros and allies Genus
American geckos Species
Wiegmann's striped gecko 
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