Townsend's least gecko
A species of Sphaeros Scientific name : Sphaerodactylus townsendi Genus : Sphaeros
Townsend's least gecko, A species of Sphaeros
Scientific name: Sphaerodactylus townsendi
Genus: Sphaeros
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Description
Townsend's least gecko demonstrates nocturnal tendencies, thriving in the dark hours. This species uniquely uses its small size and stealth to navigate undetected amongst the leaf litter of its Caribbean forest habitats, primarily feeding on small invertebrates. Their cryptic nature provides a valuable mechanism for both predation and predator evasion, demonstrating an intriguing ecological dichotomy typical of smaller gecko species.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Townsend's least gecko is primarily insectivorous, feeding on small arthropods, specifically from the class Insecta. It demonstrates a dietary preference for beetles and ants, constituting a significant part of their intake.
Appearance
Townsend's least gecko is a tiny gecko, averaging 2 cm in length with a streamlined body and smooth, granular skin. Their coloration is primarily dark brown with lighter speckling and a distinctive dark stripe running from the eye to the base of the tail. This gecko has small, developed limbs and a round, elongated tail. There are no discernible differences in physical features between genders or throughout growth stages.
Behavior
Townsend's least gecko exhibits nocturnal tendencies, primarily rummaging for small insects at night. This solitary creature often takes shelter under leaves or rocks during daylight hours. Its flattened body facilitates seamless navigation in between spaces, a key survival behavior in its native tropical environment.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Sphaeros and allies Genus
Sphaeros Species
Townsend's least gecko 
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