Sphaerodactylus levinsi facts for kids
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The Desecheo gecko, also known as Sphaerodactylus levinsi, is a tiny lizard. It is part of the Sphaerodactylidae family, which includes many small geckos. This special gecko only lives on Desecheo Island, which is a small island near Puerto Rico. This means it is endemic to that island and found nowhere else in the world.
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Why is it Called Levins' Gecko?
The second part of this gecko's scientific name, levinsi, was chosen to honor an American scientist. His name was Richard Levins. He was a theoretical ecologist, which means he studied how living things interact with their environment.
Where Does the Desecheo Gecko Live?
The Desecheo gecko loves to live in forests. It can be found from sea level up to about 218 meters (715 feet) high on the island. These forests provide a perfect home for this small lizard.
What Does the Desecheo Gecko Look Like?
The very first Desecheo gecko studied, called the holotype, was quite small. It measured about 28.2 millimeters (1.1 inches) from its snout to the base of its tail.
Reproduction
The Desecheo gecko is oviparous. This means that the female gecko lays eggs. The young geckos then hatch from these eggs.
See also
In Spanish: Sphaerodactylus levinsi para niños
