Ocellated gecko
A species of Sphaeros Scientific name : Sphaerodactylus argus Genus : Sphaeros
Ocellated gecko, A species of Sphaeros
Scientific name: Sphaerodactylus argus
Genus: Sphaeros
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Description General Info
Description
The ocellated gecko, Sphaerodactylus argus, is a species of gecko found in the Caribbean.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Ocellated gecko displays a predilection for micro invertebrates, primarily favoring small arthropods. This nocturnal lizard particularly relishes spiders and mites, capturing its prey amidst the undergrowth after dark.
Appearance
Ocellated gecko is a small lizard, often measuring no more than 4cm. Its slender body is covered with tiny scales that lend it a smooth texture. The creature displays a light grey complexion, dotted with small, regular brown blotches. Exceptionally, ocellated gecko has no pronounced differences in appearance between genders, age, or subspecies.
Behavior
Ocellated gecko is a nocturnal and solitary species, rarely seen during the day. It is known for its unique skin-flicking behavior believed to be a territorial display or determent to potential predators. Most distinctive, ocellated gecko displays a pronounced aggression towards same-species intruders into its territory.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Sphaeros and allies Genus
Sphaeros Species
Ocellated gecko 
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