Difficult least gecko
A species of Sphaeros, Also known as Hispaniolan eyespot sphaero Scientific name : Sphaerodactylus difficilis Genus : Sphaeros
Difficult least gecko, A species of Sphaeros
Also known as:
Hispaniolan eyespot sphaero
Scientific name: Sphaerodactylus difficilis
Genus: Sphaeros
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Description General Info
Description
Sphaerodactylus difficilis, also known as the Hispaniolan eyespot sphaero or difficult least gecko, is a species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae . It is endemic to Hispaniola.
General Info
Lifespan
4-8 years
Diet
Difficult least gecko primarily feeds on arthropods, with a particular preference for mites and spiders. Their consumption of these small invertebrates assists in maintaining their environmental balance.
Appearance
Difficult least gecko is a tiny gecko, typically about 1.5 inches long, with a slender body and small scales. Its coloration ranges from brown to grey and includes distinctive dark and light bands across the back and tail. The gecko's eyes are large compared to its head size, and, unlike many geckos, it lacks adhesive toe pads, limiting its ability to climb smooth surfaces.
Behavior
Difficult least gecko is a predominantly nocturnal species, hiding under leaf litter during the day and foraging for small invertebrates at night. It exhibits solitary behavior, highlighting a low-tolerance for conspecific intrusion, thus defining clear territorial boundaries. Adapted for survival in their natural habitat, its cryptic coloration aids in camouflage, blending seamlessly with the forest floor.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Sphaeros and allies Genus
Sphaeros Species
Difficult least gecko 
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