Micronesian scaly-toed gecko
A species of Scaly-toed geckos Scientific name : Lepidodactylus moestus Genus : Scaly-toed geckos
Micronesian scaly-toed gecko, A species of Scaly-toed geckos
Scientific name: Lepidodactylus moestus
Genus: Scaly-toed geckos
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Description
Lepidodactylus moestus is a species of gecko. It is found in the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, and Palau.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Micronesian scaly-toed gecko belongs to the gecko family and mainly subsists on small invertebrates and insects. Their diet significantly incorporates spiders, beetles, or other small arthropods, aligning with their nocturnal hunting traits.
Appearance
Micronesian scaly-toed gecko is a small gecko, characterized by its slender body and loose, granular skin. Its coloration blends from light to dark gray, often disrupted by irregular dark spots or chevron shapes. This nocturnal reptile displays subtle sexual dichromatism, with males generally having brighter coloration. Its most distinguishable features include its large, round eyelid-less eyes and a long, tail often marked with alternating light and dark bands.
Behavior
Micronesian scaly-toed gecko exhibits a predominantly nocturnal lifestyle, actively foraging for small invertebrates during the night. An arboreal gecko, it primarily inhabits tree trunks and leaves in its natural habitat. Interestingly, this species showcases parthenogenesis, a form of asexual reproduction prevalent amongst females. Micronesian scaly-toed gecko displays considerable territorial behavior, often displaying aggressive actions towards intruding geckos.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Scaly-toed geckos Species
Micronesian scaly-toed gecko 
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