Farquhar half-toed gecko
A species of House geckos Scientific name : Hemidactylus mercatorius Genus : House geckos
Farquhar half-toed gecko, A species of House geckos
Scientific name: Hemidactylus mercatorius
Genus: House geckos
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Description
Hemidactylus mercatorius is a species of gecko. There has been confusion between this species and Hemidactylus mabouia, making it difficult to establish the ranges of these species. While the Reptile Database gives Hemidactylus mercatorius a wide distribution in eastern Africa, the IUCN restricts its native distribution to Madagascar and some other islands in the Indian Ocean (the Comoros, Seychelles, Mayotte).
General Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Diet
Farquhar half-toed gecko showcases insectivorous tendencies, primarily feeding on small arthropods. Its diet heavily favors ants and termites, but other small insects and spiders also form a significant part their consumption.
Appearance
Farquhar half-toed gecko is a small, slender gecko with a distinct cutaneous layer of rough, granular skin. Its body exhibits a prominent light-grey to pale-brown coloration, often accentuated by scattered dark spots and lines forming random patterns. Prominently, this species does not display any significant gender- or age-specific variations in appearance.
Behavior
Farquhar half-toed gecko is a nocturnal species, known for their climbing skills. Generally solitary except during mating season, they engage in territorial disputes, typically manifested in 'jaw-locking' battles. Their remarkable ability to flatten their bodies assists in evading predators, adding to their unique survival tactics in their habitat.
Population
Increasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
House geckos Species
Farquhar half-toed gecko 
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