Henkel's flat-tailed gecko
A species of Leaf-tail geckos Scientific name : Uroplatus henkeli Genus : Leaf-tail geckos
Henkel's flat-tailed gecko, A species of Leaf-tail geckos
Scientific name: Uroplatus henkeli
Genus: Leaf-tail geckos
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Description
Henkel's leaf-tailed gecko (Uroplatus henkeli ), also known as Henkel's flat-tailed gecko or the frilled leaf-tail gecko, is a species of gecko endemic to Madagascar.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Henkel's flat-tailed gecko mainly feeds on small invertebrates, with a preference for arthropods. Night-active, it actively hunts a variety of insects, particularly enjoying moths and other nocturnal insects.
Appearance
Henkel's flat-tailed gecko is a medium-sized gecko, reaching lengths of up to 30 cm. It has a flattened body and skin texture similar to bark, with a coloration ranging from brown to gray, enabling it to blend effectively into its forest habitat. Notably, it has large eyes adapted to its nocturnal lifestyle and a long, prehensile tail. There's no significant variation in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Henkel's flat-tailed gecko is a nocturnal species, known for excellent camouflage skills within a tree-dwelling lifestyle. Highly solitary, it signals territory by visual displays. Its distinctive behavior includes foraging at night, utilizing specialized sensory organs to detect prey. Its most striking survival trait is displaying vibrant, warning colors underneath its skin when threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Leaf-tail geckos Species
Henkel's flat-tailed gecko 
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