Amazon pygmy gecko
A species of South american clawed geckos Scientific name : Pseudogonatodes guianensis Genus : South american clawed geckos
Amazon pygmy gecko, A species of South american clawed geckos
Scientific name: Pseudogonatodes guianensis
Genus: South american clawed geckos
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Description
The Amazon pigmy gecko (Pseudogonatodes guianensis) is a species of lizard in the Sphaerodactylidae family found in northern South America in Colombia, Venezuela, the Guianas (Guyana, French Guiana, Suriname), Brazil, Ecuador, and northern Peru.
General Info
Lifespan
4-8 years
Diet
Amazon pygmy gecko notably subsists primarily on a diet of tiny arthropods. This species exhibits a penchant for certain varieties of mites and spiders, effectively hunting these small invertebrates in its native habitat.
Appearance
Amazon pygmy gecko is a small gecko, characterized by a slender body and smooth, grainy skin. It primarily flaunts a dark brown coloration that blends into leaf litter, with intermittent light brown spots enhancing camouflage. Males exhibit an enlarged pair of scales under the tail, an easily distinguishable feature. Its skin is eyelid-less, which is indicative of its nocturnal lifestyle.
Behavior
Amazon pygmy gecko is noted for its arboreal, nocturnal lifestyle. Exceptionally solitary, this species interacts solely during mating periods. They display territoriality, using scent marking to establish boundaries. Their striking visual mimicry aids survival, blending seamlessly with their tropical rainforest habitat.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Sphaeros and allies Species
Amazon pygmy gecko 
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