Fragile thick-toed gecko
A species of Thick-toed geckos Scientific name : Pachydactylus kladaroderma Genus : Thick-toed geckos
Fragile thick-toed gecko, A species of Thick-toed geckos
Scientific name: Pachydactylus kladaroderma
Genus: Thick-toed geckos
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Description
Pachydactylus kladaroderma is differentiated from other members of the genus Pachydactylus by a low number of granules (3-6) bordering the mentals, an ear opening that resembles a slit, a 79% incidence of the superlabial entering the nostrils, the infralabials adjacent the mental (5-13,) and a overall dull brown coloring. 
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Fragile thick-toed gecko is predominantly an insectivore, thriving primarily on arthropods. Exceptionally, it feeds on a variety of insects including termites and beetles, exhibiting a particular preference for coleopteran larvae.
Appearance
Fragile thick-toed gecko is a small reptile with an elongated, tapered body and rough, grey-brown skin. Its most distinctive characteristic is the presence of large, plated scales on its back, which form a textured, armor-like exterior. The tail displays a similar texture and features alternating bands of dark and light shades. It has a wide mouth housing two blunt jaws. There are no significant gender or age related visual differences.
Behavior
Fragile thick-toed gecko is primarily nocturnal and exhibits an arboreal lifestyle, being adept at maneuvering vertical surfaces. This species is largely solitary, with individual territories marked and defended from conspecifics. Survival behaviors include unique skin flaps facilitating perfect camouflage into its rocky habitat amidst lichens and moss.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Thick-toed geckos Species
Fragile thick-toed gecko 
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