Sphaerodactylus poindexteri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sphaerodactylus poindexteri |
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Sphaerodactylus
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poindexteri
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Sphaerodactylus poindexteri is a small species of gecko, a lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. The species is endemic to Útila, one of the Bay Islands of Honduras.
Etymology
The specific name, poindexteri, is in honor of James A. Poindexter of the USNM Support Center in Suitland, Maryland.
Habitat
The preferred habitat of S. poindexteri is leaf litter of Coccoloba uvifera and hardwood trees at altitudes of 3–10 m (9.8–32.8 ft).
See also
In Spanish: Sphaerodactylus poindexteri para niños
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