Box-patterned gecko
A species of Beaded geckos Scientific name : Lucasium steindachneri Genus : Beaded geckos
Box-patterned gecko, A species of Beaded geckos
Scientific name: Lucasium steindachneri
Genus: Beaded geckos
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Description
Lucasium steindachneri, commonly called the box-patterned gecko or Steindachner's gecko, is a species of nocturnal, medium-sized gecko that has a pale strip with three patches of brown along its back. This gecko is terrestrial and only found in arid and semi-arid areas of continental Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-9 years
Diet
Box-patterned gecko is primarily an insectivorous species, deriving nourishment from a diet rich in arthropods. This includes beetles, spiders, and small crustaceans, which they expertly hunt and devour in their natural habitats.
Appearance
Box-patterned gecko is a small, flat-bodied gecko, around 55-70mm in length. Its granular skin features inconsistent patterns of dark and light patches, predominantly a pale sandy color with chocolate-brown blotches. The underbelly is off-white. This species is very distinctive due to its blunt snout, large, coppery eyes, and a tail with a unique macroscopic structure. No significant differences in appearance are noted between ages or genders.
Behavior
Box-patterned gecko is a nocturnal species that predominantly displays solitary behavior. This animal navigates terrain by conducting intricate movements, displaying outstanding camouflage skills to blend with bark and leaf litter in its habitat. Notably, box-patterned gecko is oviparous, and females tend to lay eggs in moist, sheltered areas for protection.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Australasian geckos Genus
Beaded geckos Species
Box-patterned gecko 
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