Smith's thick-toed gecko
A species of Thick-toed geckos Scientific name : Pachydactylus formosus Genus : Thick-toed geckos
Smith's thick-toed gecko, A species of Thick-toed geckos
Scientific name: Pachydactylus formosus
Genus: Thick-toed geckos
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Description
Pachydactylus formosus, also known as Smith's thick-toed gecko, southern rough gecko or Karoo gecko, is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. It is found in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.
General Info
Lifespan
6-8 years
Diet
Smith's thick-toed gecko primarily indulges in a diet consisting of invertebrates, with a partiality towards arthropods like insects and spiders. The species prefer consuming prey of smaller size due to their petite mouth structure.
Appearance
Smith's thick-toed gecko is a small-sized gecko with a flattened body, known for its rough granular scales covering its entire body and cylindrical tail. It primarily exhibits a pale cream color, adorned with irregular dark bands and dots. The reptile has no horns or wings. The sexes have similar appearances without significant differences, and there are no major changes in its appearance as it matures.
Behavior
Smith's thick-toed gecko is primarily nocturnal, using its gecko-like adaptations to climb rocks and trees in search of arthropod prey. Exhibiting solitary tendencies, it is primarily territorial, with males employing vocalization and physical displays for territory boundary marking. Its main survival tactic includes effective camouflage within rocky or arboreal habitats.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Thick-toed geckos Species
Smith's thick-toed gecko 
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