Mossy Leaf Tailed Gecko
Mossy leaf tailed gecko is a species of gecko endemic to Madagascar. The species is arboreal and nocturnal.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Reptilia |
Order | Squamata |
Family | Gekkonidae |
Genus | Uroplatus |
Scientific Name | Uroplatus sikorae |
Size | 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in) |
Color | Grayish brown to black or greenish brown with varied markings |
Distribution | Madagascar |
Habitat | Tropical forests |
Diet | Insects, arthropods, gastropods |
Predators | Owls, rats, snakes |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Incubation Period | Around 3 months in captivity |
Average Lifespan | 5 years or more |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |