Strophurus spinigerus spinigerus
A species of Spiny-tailed geckos Scientific name : Strophurus spinigerus spinigerus Genus : Spiny-tailed geckos
Strophurus spinigerus spinigerus, A species of Spiny-tailed geckos
Scientific name: Strophurus spinigerus spinigerus
Genus: Spiny-tailed geckos
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Description
Strophurus spinigerus spinigerus exhibits a distinct longitudinal lifestyle, preferring to inhabit bark and foliage of trees in the semi-arid regions of Australia, a testament to its expert climbing skills. Notably, it wields a unique defense mechanism; it is capable of squirting sticky, white, distasteful fluid from its tail when threatened.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Strophurus spinigerus spinigerus sustains primarily on a diet of arthropods, showing a notable predilection towards insects, particularly small beetles and moth larvae. It also ingests plant matter occasionally, demonstrating its opportunistic feeding behavior.
Appearance
Strophurus spinigerus spinigerus is a medium-sized gecko with rough, scaly skin in mottled shades of brown and yellow. Its most pronounced feature is the spiny frill that surrounds its neck, similar to a small collar. Its tail sports alternating dark and light bands, while its eyes are typically a deep red or orange. There are no significant appearance differences between ages, genders, or subspecies.
Behavior
Strophurus spinigerus spinigerus typically exhibits solitary and nocturnal tendencies, usually foraging under the cover of darkness for food such as small invertebrates. This species is territorial, using scent markings from a pre-cloacal gland to ward off intruders. Uniquely, strophurus spinigerus spinigerus has the capability to squirt a sticky, unpleasant-tasting substance from its tail when threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Australasian geckos Genus
Spiny-tailed geckos Species
Strophurus spinigerus spinigerus 
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