Mocquard's madagascar ground gecko
A species of Madagascar ground gecko Scientific name : Paroedura bastardi Genus : Madagascar ground gecko
Mocquard's madagascar ground gecko, A species of Madagascar ground gecko
Scientific name: Paroedura bastardi
Genus: Madagascar ground gecko
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Description
Mocquard's Madagascar ground gecko (Paroedura bastardi) is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. It is endemic to Madagascar.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
The mocquard's madagascar ground gecko predominantly consumes a diet of small invertebrates, primarily various species of arthropods. Its dietary repertoire includes crickets, mealworms, and occasionally, small roaches, signifying its insectivorous dietary inclinations.
Appearance
Mocquard's madagascar ground gecko is a small, grounded gecko, with a robust body and very rough, granular skin. Primarily it displays grayish-brown coloration, with overlaying patterns of irregular dark spots providing excellent camouflage. Juvenile mocquard's madagascar ground gecko have somewhat bolder, contrasting colors than their more monochrome, slightly larger adults. They lack any specialized appendages like horns or wings.
Behavior
Mocquard's madagascar ground gecko is a crepuscular creature, most active during twilight hours. Its lifestyle is mainly solitary, coming together with others only for mating. Mocquard's madagascar ground gecko communicates through body language and scent marking, showing distinctive territorial behavior. Renowned for its adapted climbing proficiency in its native habitat, it exhibits a unique safety behavior of dropping its tail when threatened.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Madagascar ground gecko 
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