Satanic Leaf Tailed Gecko
Satanic leaf tailed gecko is a type of gecko endemic to the island of Madagascar. The species is nocturnal and carnivore.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Reptilia |
Order | Squamata |
Suborder | Gekkota |
Family | Gekkonidae |
Genus | Uroplatus |
Scientific Name | Uroplatus phantasticus |
Other Names | Baweng Satanic Leaf Gecko, Eyelash Leaf Tailed Gecko, Fantastic Leaf Tailed Gecko |
Size | 2.6 – 6 in |
Weight | 10 – 30 g |
Color | Shades of purple, tan, orange, and yellow, but is often spotted brown |
Distribution | Madagascar |
Habitat | Tropical forests |
Diet | Insects like crickets, moths |
Hibernation Fact | Hibernate during winter |
Predators | Birds, snakes, rats |
Breeding Season | Start of the wet season |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size | 2 eggs |
Incubation Period | 60 to 70 days |
Average Lifespan | In Wild: 4 to 8 years In Captivity: More than 10 years |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |