Biology:Reef gecko

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Reef gecko
Scientific classification edit
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Sphaerodactylidae
Genus: Sphaerodactylus
Species:
S. notatus
Binomial name
Sphaerodactylus notatus
Baird, 1859

The reef gecko (Sphaerodactylus notatus), also known as the Florida reef gecko, is a small species of gecko native to the Caribbean and Southeastern United States.

Distribution

It is found in Cuba and the Bahamas. It is one of the few geckos native to the United States.

It can be found in both natural and man-made habitats. It is mainly found in damp forests, under logs, or in hollow logs.

Description

Sphaerodactylus notatus is a small lizard, about two inches long. It feeds on insects and spiders.

Wikidata ☰ Q3008468 entry