Persian wonder gecko
A species of Wonder geckos Scientific name : Teratoscincus keyserlingii Genus : Wonder geckos
Persian wonder gecko, A species of Wonder geckos
Scientific name: Teratoscincus keyserlingii
Genus: Wonder geckos
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Description
The Persian wonder gecko (Teratoscincus keyserlingii) is a species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. It is found in Iran, Afghanistan, the United Arab Emirates, and Pakistan.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Persian wonder gecko demonstrates a carnivorous feeding style, primarily feeding on invertebrates. Their diets are dominated by arthropods, especially insects, supplemented by small spiders and occasional crustaceans, revealing an adaptability to various nutritional sources.
Appearance
Persian wonder gecko is a small lizard with a robust and flat body covered in rough, granulated scales. Its coloration varies from yellowish to brown with irregular dark crossbands, providing excellent camouflage. It displays a large head, rounded snout, and a significant tail, which can be almost equal to the body length. No notable differences in appearance occur due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Persian wonder gecko is largely nocturnal, spending its days camouflaged beneath the sand and emerging at sunset to forage. Its diet primarily consists of invertebrates. Persian wonder gecko exhibits a solitary nature except during the mating season and it can express territorial aggression by opening its mouth wide and hissing.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Sphaeros and allies Genus
Wonder geckos Species
Persian wonder gecko 
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