Peters's gecko
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Gonatodes petersi

Peters' gecko (Gonatodes petersi) is a species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. The species is endemic to Venezuela.

Animal name origin

The specific name, petersi, is in honor of American herpetologist James A. Peters.

Distribution

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G. petersi is found on the eastern slopes of the Sierra de Perijá in Zulia state, Venezuela.

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The natural habitat of G. petersi is forest at altitudes of 230–1,130 m (750–3,710 ft).

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Habits and Lifestyle

G. petersi is mainly diurnal.

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Mating Habits

G. petersi is oviparous.

References

1. Peters's gecko Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peters's_gecko
2. Peters's gecko on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/66083766/66083811

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