Namib day gecko
A species of Namib day geckos Scientific name : Rhoptropus afer Genus : Namib day geckos
Namib day gecko, A species of Namib day geckos
Scientific name: Rhoptropus afer
Genus: Namib day geckos
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Description
Rhoptropus afer (common Namib day gecko) is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is found in Namibia, southern Angola, and Botswana.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Namib day gecko is predominantly an insectivore, feeding extensively upon local arthropods. It thrives on a diverse diet of beetles, spiders, and small invertebrates, expertly catching its prey in swift, precise motions.
Appearance
Namib day gecko is a small gecko, measuring up to 8cm in length. Its body shape is typical of geckos, with a flat, elongated body and a short, tapering tail. This species has coarse, granular skin. Its coloration is predominantly orange-brown with black bands or spots. A unique feature is its eye; large and bulbous, with vertical pupil slits. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Namib day gecko is a highly active, daytime critter that exhibits prominent rock-climbing behavior. Its distinctive sun-basking posture involves stretching out its body flatten on rocks, adjusting to temperature gradients. Quick and agile, namib day gecko uses its tail for balance while moving or navigational purposes. It's territorial, using tail slaps and bodily postures to ward off opponents. Positive thigmotaxis characterizes its behavior, displaying a preference for physical contact with surfaces.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Namib day geckos Species
Namib day gecko 
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