Tarentola mauritanica mauritanica
A species of Wall geckos Scientific name : Tarentola mauritanica mauritanica Genus : Wall geckos
Tarentola mauritanica mauritanica, A species of Wall geckos
Scientific name: Tarentola mauritanica mauritanica
Genus: Wall geckos
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Description
Tarentola mauritanica mauritanica is notable for its nocturnal, insectivore behavior, hunting with notable agility and speed to consume a diet consisting predominantly of spiders and insects. Its adaptations for urban environments, including the ability to survive the loss of its tail, highlight the species' extensive ability to successfully colonize human settlements. Tarentola mauritanica mauritanica's unique ability to thrive in diverse environments reflects its overall evolutionary and ecological success.
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Diet
Known for being nocturnal insectivores, tarentola mauritanica mauritanica primarily feed on invertebrates, with a preference for spiders and various insects. Their diet notably consists of beetles, moth larvae, ants, and small crustaceans, demonstrating their diverse foraging habits.
Appearance
Tarentola mauritanica mauritanica is a medium-sized gecko, with a flattened body and rough, granular skin. Its overall coloration is brown with light and dark spots, which aids in its camouflage. Noteworthy features include large, wall-gripping toes and vertically slit pupils. No significant differences in appearance are noticed due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Tarentola mauritanica mauritanica behavior is typically nocturnal, emerging at dusk for hunting, primarily feeding on small invertebrates. Fiercely territorial, it communicates through chemical signals and physical displays. Its mating behavior involves audible mating calls and physical rituals. Primarily a solitary species, limited social interactions are mostly seen during the breeding season.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Phyllodactylid geckos Genus
Wall geckos 
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