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Wadi kharrar rock gecko

A species of Rock geckos, Also known as Middle eastern rock gecko
Scientific name : Pristurus flavipunctatus Genus : Rock geckos

Wadi kharrar rock gecko, A species of Rock geckos
Also known as:
Middle eastern rock gecko
Scientific name: Pristurus flavipunctatus
Genus: Rock geckos
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Description General Info

Description

Pristurus flavipunctatus, also known as Rüppell's semaphore gecko or Middle Eastern rock gecko , is a species of lizard in the Sphaerodactylidae family found in Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Djibouti, Somalia, Sudan, Eritrea, and Jordan.

General Info

Lifespan

5-8 years

Diet

Wadi kharrar rock gecko primarily sustains on a carnivorous diet, favoring small arthropods. This species cleverly captures and consumes various insects, particularly beetles and spiders, providing the necessary protein intake.

Appearance

Wadi kharrar rock gecko is a small-sized gecko with a cylindrical body and scaly skin. It displays a dark-brown base color sprinkled with vibrant yellowish spots, giving it a unique, patterned appearance. This nocturnal creature is characterized by large, conspicuous eyes and a long tail. There is no significant variation in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.

Behavior

Wadi kharrar rock gecko demonstrates unique behavioural complexities such as an unusual diurnal lifestyle as opposed to other gecko species, being most active during the daylight hours. It tends to live solitarily, indicating territoriality. Its distinctive stalking and swift tail-quivering hunting methods showcase its specialized predatory adaptations.

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates
Class
Reptiles
Order
Lizards and snakes
Family
Sphaeros and allies
Genus
Rock geckos
Species
Wadi kharrar rock gecko
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