Galápagos leaf-toed gecko
A species of Leaf-toed geckos Scientific name : Phyllodactylus galapagensis Genus : Leaf-toed geckos
Galápagos leaf-toed gecko, A species of Leaf-toed geckos
Scientific name: Phyllodactylus galapagensis
Genus: Leaf-toed geckos
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Description General Info
Description
The Galapagos leaf-toed gecko (Phyllodactylus galapagensis) is a species of gecko. It is endemic to the Galapagos Islands.
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Diet
Galápagos leaf-toed gecko's diet comprises predominantly of small insects. It exhibits nocturnal foraging behavior, actively hunting for arthropods like ants and spiders. This gecko species occasionally supplements its diet with plant matter.
Appearance
Galápagos leaf-toed gecko is a relatively small and robust gecko with smooth skin. Typically exhibiting a light brown or cream base color, it possesses darker chevron patterns on its back, providing excellent camouflage against rocks. Its body is slightly flattened, with a conspicuously motley, banded tail. Females are generally smaller than males. No notable differences in color patterns exist between age groups or subspecies.
Behavior
Galápagos leaf-toed gecko is a nocturnal, mostly solitary species engaging in hunting and foraging activities after dusk. During the daylight hours, this gecko tends to remain hidden under bark, rocks, or crevices. Unique for its species, galápagos leaf-toed gecko does not have a binding social structure or marked territorial behavior.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Phyllodactylid geckos Genus
Leaf-toed geckos Species
Galápagos leaf-toed gecko 
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