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Kuhl's flying gecko

A species of Flying geckos
Scientific name : Ptychozoon kuhli Genus : Flying geckos

Kuhl's flying gecko, A species of Flying geckos
Scientific name: Ptychozoon kuhli
Genus: Flying geckos
Kuhl's flying gecko (Ptychozoon kuhli) Photo By Sundar , used under CC-BY-SA-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

P. kuhli has adaptations to its skin, including flaps on either side of its body, webbed feet, and a flattened tail to allow it to glide over short distances. These geckos have a remarkable camouflage. The flaps of skin along their sides help them blend with tree bark. Often, the eyes are the only way to see them. Flying geckos, like many other gecko species, have evolved intricate toe pads with microscopic hairs that can adhere to nearly any surface, including glass.

General Info

Lifespan

5-10 years

Diet

The diet of kuhl's flying gecko primarily comprises of small insects. This animal has a preference for soft-bodied invertebrates, particularly spiders, moth larvae, and beetles, seizing and consuming them whole.

Appearance

The kuhl's flying gecko is a medium-sized gecko characterized by its flat body, wide head, and rough, scaly skin. Its skin is predominantly brown with intricate black patterns, enhancing its camouflage abilities. Its most distinguishing features are the flaps of skin along its body and tail, which aid in gliding. No significant variations exist in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.

Behavior

Kuhl's flying gecko is a nocturnal and arboreal species notable for its unique gliding behavior. It uses skin flaps between limbs for controlled descents from trees. It is solitary, clashing only during mating season. For defense and camouflage, it mimics dead leaves. It is noted for its elaborate tail autotomy to distract predators.

Population

Stable
Kuhl's flying gecko (Ptychozoon kuhli) Kuhl's flying gecko (Ptychozoon kuhli) Photo By Sundar , used under CC-BY-SA-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
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