Dwarf bronze gecko
The dwarf bronze gecko (Ailuronyx tachyscopaeus) is a species of lizards in the family Gekkonidae endemic to Seychelles.[1][2]
| Dwarf bronze gecko | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Family: | Gekkonidae |
| Genus: | Ailuronyx |
| Species: | A. tachyscopaeus |
| Binomial name | |
| Ailuronyx tachyscopaeus Gerlach & Canning, 1996 | |
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The dwarf bronze gecko is an arboreal species found in low-growing vegetation in woodland, usually in association with palms where it can reach high densities. It can also occur in coconut plantations and live in buildings. It is an adaptable species, but its range is small. It occurs in the Praslin National Park.[1] Adults can grow to 84 mm (3.3 in) in snout–vent length. It is oviparous[2] and the eggs are glued to palm leaves.[1]
References
- Gerlach, J.; Ineich, I. (2006). "Ailuronyx tachyscopaeus". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2006: e.T61429A12482047. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2006.RLTS.T61429A12482047.en. Retrieved 15 November 2021.
- Ailuronyx tachyscopaeus at the Reptarium.cz Reptile Database. Accessed 24 February 2018.
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